Overall score
Angaston
46.2/100
Tanunda
56.0/100
Angaston for schools; Tanunda for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Angaston
46.2/100
Tanunda
56.0/100
Crime rate
Angaston
12.9 / 1k
Tanunda
15.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Angaston
3
Tanunda
139
Population
Angaston
2,202
Tanunda
4,710
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 | Angaston | Tanunda |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.2/100 | 56.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 61.7/100 | 65.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 12.9 / 1k | 15.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 28.8/100 | 28.8/100 |
| Public transport stops | 5 | 12 |
| Walkability | 7.5/100 | 73.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 3 | 139 |
| Planning activity | 44 | 145 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 1.2% |
| Population | 2,202 | 4,710 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 6/10 |
Angaston reads as a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace; Tanunda is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood. Tanunda sits among greener hillside streets, while Angaston keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Angaston is stronger for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook; Tanunda answers with housing affordability, schools and education options, and public transport access. Angaston generally means more mid-market housing value, while Tanunda leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Tanunda, while Angaston 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.