Overall score
Barmera
29.4/100
Loveday
36.6/100
Barmera vs Loveday, SA suburb comparison
Barmera for schools; Loveday for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BarmeraLoveday
Crime rate
Barmera
45.0 / 1k
Loveday
16.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Barmera
4
Loveday
0
Population
Barmera
2,884
Loveday
655
Metric leadBarmera 3Loveday 5across 8 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
Barmera reads as a slower-paced mid-sized suburb with open surrounds; Loveday is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Barmera tends to lead on walkability and nearby cafés and amenities, while Loveday stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Households prioritising schools may find Barmera the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Loveday.