Ashbourne vs Mount Compass, SA suburb comparison

Which suburb suits you better?

Side-by-side comparison of 16 categories from official government and open data.

CategoryAshbourneMount Compass
Overall score33.6/10045.5/100
Housing (desirability)24.2/10083.2/100
Crime rate19.5 / 1k17.1 / 1k
Schools & preschools12
Parks & reserves1
Public transport stops2
Walkability2.0/1005.0/100
Nearby amenities24
Planning activity723
Population3081,580
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)6/104/10

Quick verdicts

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Ashbourne is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace, and Mount Compass is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood. Mount Compass sits among greener hillside streets, while Ashbourne keeps a flatter suburban layout.

Ashbourne tends to lead on a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Mount Compass stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.

On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Mount Compass, while Ashbourne remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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