Enfield vs Kilburn
The verdict
Enfield is more affordable, with a median house price of $961K versus $1.03M in Kilburn. Enfield rates higher for liveability (74 vs 68). Kilburn rates higher for transport (90 vs 70). Kilburn is closer to the coast (6.4 km vs 7.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Kilburn rates higher (26 vs 13/100 in Enfield).
Scores
| Enfield | Kilburn | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 71 | 75 |
| Transport | 70 | 90 |
| Education | 70 | 65 |
| Liveability | 74 | 68 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Enfield | Kilburn | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,204 | 5,633 |
| Median age | 34 | 34 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,472 | $1,179 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 46.8% | 42.7% |
| Born in Australia | 54.6% | 43.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.6 |
Growth: Enfield Moderate Growth · Kilburn Moderate Growth
Property
| Enfield | Kilburn | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $961K | $1.03M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 8.3% | 17.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $557 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.4% | 2.6% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Enfield | Kilburn | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 13 | 26 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 919 | 621 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 242 | 284 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,689 | 15,977 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Enfield | Kilburn | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 990 | 959 |
Transport
| Enfield | Kilburn | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 70 | 90 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 14 | 26 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 35 | 24 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.5 km | 660 m |
Liveability
| Enfield | Kilburn | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 7 |
| Parks | 8 | 7 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 7.4 km | 6.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 7.5 km | 7.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | 9.8 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 5.7 km | 5.4 km |
Population & growth
| Enfield | Kilburn | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,204 | 5,633 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,732 | 6,112 |
| Projected 2041 | 7,492 | 6,802 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.06% | 2.06% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Enfield or Kilburn?
Kilburn has the higher residential safety score (Enfield 13/100 vs Kilburn 26/100).
Which is more affordable, Enfield or Kilburn?
Enfield is more affordable, with a median house price of $961K versus $1.03M.
Which has better schools, Enfield or Kilburn?
Enfield has a higher average school ICSEA (Enfield 990 vs Kilburn 959; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Enfield or Kilburn?
Kilburn has the higher transport score (Enfield 70/100 vs Kilburn 90/100).
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