Overall score
Blakiston
36.0/100
Hahndorf
61.4/100
Blakiston vs Hahndorf, SA Suburb Comparison
Hahndorf for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BlakistonHahndorf
Crime rate
Blakiston
8.7 / 1k
Hahndorf
12.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Blakiston
0
Hahndorf
166
Population
Blakiston
377
Hahndorf
2,814
Metric leadBlakiston 2Hahndorf 72 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 | Blakiston | Hahndorf |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.0/100 | 61.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.6/100 | 64.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 8.7 / 1k | 12.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 1 | 20 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 166 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 52 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Population | 377 | 2,814 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Blakiston is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, and Hahndorf is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Blakiston sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Hahndorf is in a middle-ring position.
Blakiston pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Hahndorf is the better pick for public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Hahndorf, while Blakiston remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.