Aldgate vs Mylor, SA suburb comparison

Aldgate for value and schools; Mylor for retirees and families.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

AldgateMylor

Overall score

Aldgate

52.7/100

Mylor

41.1/100

Crime rate

Aldgate

15.7 / 1k

Mylor

9.7 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Aldgate

136

Mylor

23

Population

Aldgate

3,471

Mylor

1,067

Metric leadAldgate 8Mylor 2across 10 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.

CategoryAldgateMylor
Overall score52.7/10041.1/100
Housing (desirability)44.3/10036.7/100
Crime rate15.7 / 1k9.7 / 1k
Schools & preschools21
Parks & reserves1
Public transport stops206
Walkability88.0/10013.0/100
Nearby amenities13623
Planning activity4226
Population3,4711,067
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)10/109/10

Comparison summary

Aldgate is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace, while Mylor is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood. Aldgate sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Mylor is within day-trip reach of the capital.

Aldgate pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas Mylor is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.

Aldgate suits value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Mylor is the stronger match for retirees and families.

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