Overall score
Bellevue Heights
46.8/100
Blackwood
64.6/100
Bellevue Heights vs Blackwood, SA suburb comparison
Bellevue Heights for families and schools; Blackwood for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bellevue HeightsBlackwood
Crime rate
Bellevue Heights
6.2 / 1k
Blackwood
20.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bellevue Heights
28
Blackwood
223
Population
Bellevue Heights
2,712
Blackwood
4,266
Metric leadBellevue Heights 4Blackwood 51 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesBellevue Heights
- Best for best valueBlackwood
- Best for best schoolsBellevue Heights
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 | Bellevue Heights | Blackwood |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.8/100 | 64.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.5/100 | 47.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 6.2 / 1k | 20.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 34 |
| Walkability | 18.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 28 | 223 |
| Planning activity | 25 | 43 |
| Population | 2,712 | 4,266 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Bellevue Heights is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace, while Blackwood is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Bellevue Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Blackwood keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Bellevue Heights tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Blackwood stands out for public transport access and walkability.
Bellevue Heights suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Blackwood is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.