Overall score
Adelaide
54.3/100
Hobart
60.0/100
Hobart for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Adelaide
54.3/100
Hobart
60.0/100
Crime rate
Adelaide
362.0 / 1k
Hobart
87.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Adelaide
4,860
Hobart
1,022
Population
Adelaide
18,202
Hobart
3,390
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Adelaide | Hobart |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.3/100 | 60.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.8/100 | 26.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 362.0 / 1k | 87.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 10 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 10 |
| Public transport stops | 274 | 52 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4,860 | 1,022 |
| Planning activity | 447 | — |
| Green cover | 27.6% | 2.9% |
| Population | 18,202 | 3,390 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Adelaide (SA) is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Hobart (TAS) is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Adelaide tends to lead on housing affordability, public transport access, and nearby cafés and amenities, while Hobart stands out for a quieter safety profile. Adelaide generally means more sought-after housing, while Hobart leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Adelaide, while Hobart remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.