Kealba vs Keilor Downs
The verdict
Kealba is more affordable, with a median house price of $668K versus $764K in Keilor Downs. Keilor Downs rates higher for transport (74 vs 64). Kealba is closer to the coast (13.0 km vs 15.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Keilor Downs rates higher (96 vs 88/100 in Kealba).
Scores
| Kealba | Keilor Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 71 | 73 |
| Transport | 64 | 74 |
| Education | 60 | 56 |
| Liveability | 87 | 87 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Kealba | Keilor Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,226 | 9,857 |
| Median age | 39 | 43 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,542 | $1,558 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 36.6% | 35.3% |
| Born in Australia | 58.1% | 54.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.8 |
Growth: Kealba Moderate Growth · Keilor Downs Moderate Growth
Property
| Kealba | Keilor Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $668K | $764K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $594K |
| House price YoY | -0.8% | -12.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Kealba | Keilor Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 88 | 96 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 186 | 172 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 310 | 213 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 217 | 335 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,650 | 4,160 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Kealba | Keilor Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 4 |
| Government | 0 | 3 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,020 | 1,015 |
See the full school list on each profile: Kealba · Keilor Downs
Transport
| Kealba | Keilor Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 64 | 74 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 21 | 45 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 55 | 64 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.6 km | 1.4 km |
Liveability
| Kealba | Keilor Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.0°C | 26.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.5°C | 13.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 530 | 530 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 0 |
| Parks | 6 | 24 |
| Playgrounds | 7 | 15 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 5 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 13.0 km | 15.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 14.5 km | 17.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.5 km | 4.4 km |
Population & growth
| Kealba | Keilor Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,226 | 9,857 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,198 | 9,773 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,803 | 11,621 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.22% | -0.21% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Kealba or Keilor Downs?
Keilor Downs has the higher residential safety score (Kealba 88/100 vs Keilor Downs 96/100).
Which is more affordable, Kealba or Keilor Downs?
Kealba is more affordable, with a median house price of $668K versus $764K.
Which has better schools, Kealba or Keilor Downs?
Kealba has a higher average school ICSEA (Kealba 1020 vs Keilor Downs 1015; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Kealba or Keilor Downs?
Keilor Downs has the higher transport score (Kealba 64/100 vs Keilor Downs 74/100).
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