Overall score
Belair
50.8/100
Blackwood
60.1/100
Belair vs Blackwood, SA suburb comparison
Belair for retirees and families; Blackwood for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BelairBlackwood
Crime rate
Belair
29.2 / 1k
Blackwood
28.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belair
207
Blackwood
223
Population
Belair
4,718
Blackwood
4,266
Metric leadBelair 5Blackwood 42 tiedacross 11 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.
| Category | Belair | Blackwood |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50.8/100 | 60.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.7/100 | 47.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.2 / 1k | 28.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 51 | 34 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 207 | 223 |
| Planning activity | 40 | 40 |
| Population | 4,718 | 4,266 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Belair reads as an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Blackwood is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Belair sits closer to the city centre, whereas Blackwood is in a middle-ring position.
Belair tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Blackwood stands out for a quieter safety profile and walkability.
Choose Belair if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Blackwood for value-focused buyers.