Overall score
Ascot Park
45.4/100
Glengowrie
54.9/100
Ascot Park vs Glengowrie, SA suburb comparison
Glengowrie for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Ascot ParkGlengowrie
Crime rate
Ascot Park
66.5 / 1k
Glengowrie
26.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ascot Park
65
Glengowrie
89
Population
Ascot Park
3,588
Glengowrie
5,767
Metric leadAscot Park 3Glengowrie 6across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesGlengowrie
- Best for familiesGlengowrie
- Best for best schoolsGlengowrie
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.
| Category | Ascot Park | Glengowrie |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.4/100 | 54.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.0/100 | 31.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 66.5 / 1k | 26.1 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 15 | 23 |
| Walkability | 55.5/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 65 | 89 |
| Planning activity | 22 | 70 |
| Population | 3,588 | 5,767 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Ascot Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Glengowrie is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Ascot Park is stronger for housing affordability and walkability; Glengowrie answers with a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Glengowrie, while Ascot Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.