Overall score
Blackwood
64.6/100
Panorama
46.6/100
Blackwood vs Panorama, SA suburb comparison
Blackwood for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BlackwoodPanorama
Crime rate
Blackwood
20.0 / 1k
Panorama
28.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Blackwood
223
Panorama
43
Population
Blackwood
4,266
Panorama
2,388
Metric leadBlackwood 6Panorama 22 tiedacross 10 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 | Blackwood | Panorama |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.6/100 | 46.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.6/100 | 54.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 20.0 / 1k | 28.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 19 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 28.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 223 | 43 |
| Planning activity | 41 | 31 |
| Population | 4,266 | 2,388 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Blackwood is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Panorama is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Blackwood sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Panorama is closer to the city centre.
Blackwood pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, whereas Panorama is the better pick for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
Blackwood suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Panorama is the stronger match for retirees and families.