Overall score
Blewitt Springs
41.8/100
Kangarilla
40.8/100
Blewitt Springs vs Kangarilla, SA suburb comparison
Kangarilla for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Blewitt SpringsKangarilla
Crime rate
Blewitt Springs
18.9 / 1k
Kangarilla
11.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Blewitt Springs
1
Kangarilla
7
Population
Blewitt Springs
346
Kangarilla
905
Metric leadBlewitt Springs 2Kangarilla 51 tiedacross 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesKangarilla
- Best for familiesKangarilla
- Best for best valueKangarilla
- Best for best schoolsKangarilla
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 | Blewitt Springs | Kangarilla |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.8/100 | 40.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 39.7/100 | 55.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 18.9 / 1k | 11.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | — | 2 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1 | 7 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 12 |
| Population | 346 | 905 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Blewitt Springs is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, and Kangarilla is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood.
On the data, Blewitt Springs is stronger for a calmer planning outlook; Kangarilla answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Blewitt Springs sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Kangarilla.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Kangarilla, while Blewitt Springs remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.