Overall score
Bedford Park
40.8/100
Pasadena
50.3/100
Bedford Park vs Pasadena, SA Suburb Comparison
Bedford Park for retirees and schools; Pasadena for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bedford ParkPasadena
Crime rate
Bedford Park
90.2 / 1k
Pasadena
57.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bedford Park
228
Pasadena
175
Population
Bedford Park
1,882
Pasadena
3,073
Metric leadBedford Park 4Pasadena 62 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBedford Park
- Best for familiesPasadena
- Best for investmentPasadena
- Best for best schoolsBedford Park
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 | Bedford Park | Pasadena |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.8/100 | 50.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 9.5/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 90.2 / 1k | 57.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 32 | 16 |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 68.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 228 | 175 |
| Planning activity | 19 | 33 |
| Green cover | 24.3% | 7.0% |
| Population | 1,882 | 3,073 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Bedford Park reads as a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by; Pasadena is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Bedford Park sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Pasadena is closer to the city centre.
Bedford Park tends to lead on public transport access, nearby cafés and amenities, and tree cover and green space, while Pasadena stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and walkability. On housing, Bedford Park sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Pasadena.
Choose Bedford Park if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Pasadena for retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.