Overall score
Beresford
34.6/100
Strathalbyn
44.6/100
Beresford vs Strathalbyn, WA suburb comparison
Beresford for families and schools; Strathalbyn for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BeresfordStrathalbyn
Crime rate
Beresford
4951.8 / 1k
Strathalbyn
5884.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Beresford
3
Strathalbyn
2
Population
Beresford
1,463
Strathalbyn
1,165
Metric leadBeresford 5Strathalbyn 31 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesStrathalbyn
- Best for familiesBeresford
- Best for investmentStrathalbyn
- Best for best valueStrathalbyn
- Best for best schoolsBeresford
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 | Beresford | Strathalbyn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.6/100 | 44.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 19.2/100 | 91.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 4951.8 / 1k | 5884.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 18 | — |
| Walkability | 27.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 3 | 2 |
| Population | 1,463 | 1,165 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Beresford is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, and Strathalbyn is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Beresford tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and walkability, while Strathalbyn stands out for housing affordability and overall desirability.
Choose Beresford if you are weighing families; lean toward Strathalbyn for retirees and investors.