Overall score
Aberfoyle Park
71.7/100
Reynella East
50.1/100
Aberfoyle Park vs Reynella East, SA suburb comparison
Aberfoyle Park for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Aberfoyle ParkReynella East
Crime rate
Aberfoyle Park
21.0 / 1k
Reynella East
29.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aberfoyle Park
316
Reynella East
75
Population
Aberfoyle Park
11,234
Reynella East
1,990
Metric leadAberfoyle Park 8Reynella East 2across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesAberfoyle Park
- Best for best valueAberfoyle Park
- Best for best schoolsAberfoyle Park
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Aberfoyle Park | Reynella East |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71.7/100 | 50.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.4/100 | 74.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 21.0 / 1k | 29.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 63 | 16 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 24.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 316 | 75 |
| Planning activity | 81 | 17 |
| Population | 11,234 | 1,990 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Aberfoyle Park is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Reynella East is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Aberfoyle Park is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Reynella East answers with housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Aberfoyle Park sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Reynella East.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Aberfoyle Park, while Reynella East remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.