Adelaide vs Hobart Suburb Comparison (SA vs TAS)

Hobart for families and investment.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

AdelaideHobart

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

Metric leadAdelaide 6Hobart 32 tiedacross 11 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

Quick verdicts

Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)

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.

CategoryAdelaideHobart
Overall score54.3/10060.0/100
Housing (desirability)47.8/10026.2/100
Crime rate362.0 / 1k87.2 / 1k
Schools & preschools1010
Weather (desirability)37.3/10082.3/100
Parks & reserves—10
Public transport stops27452
Walkability100.0/100100.0/100
Nearby amenities4,8601,022
Planning activity447—
Green cover27.6%2.9%
Population18,2023,390
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)9/108/10

Comparison summary

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.

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