Overall score
Ashford
44.1/100
Plympton
57.8/100
Ashford vs Plympton, SA suburb comparison
Ashford for retirees and families; Plympton for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AshfordPlympton
Crime rate
Ashford
26.6 / 1k
Plympton
60.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ashford
23
Plympton
139
Population
Ashford
1,157
Plympton
5,459
Metric leadAshford 3Plympton 6across 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
Ashford reads as a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm; Plympton is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Ashford pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Plympton is the better pick for housing affordability and public transport access.
Ashford suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Plympton is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.