Overall score
Alberton
48.1/100
Ottoway
52.8/100
Alberton vs Ottoway, SA suburb comparison
Alberton for retirees and schools; Ottoway for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AlbertonOttoway
Crime rate
Alberton
100.3 / 1k
Ottoway
57.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Alberton
130
Ottoway
105
Population
Alberton
1,860
Ottoway
2,783
Metric leadAlberton 2Ottoway 7across 9 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.
Comparison summary
Alberton reads as a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by; Ottoway is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Alberton tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Ottoway stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Alberton sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Ottoway.
Alberton suits retirees and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Ottoway is the stronger match for value-focused buyers.