Overall score
Bolivar
27.0/100
Parafield Gardens
64.7/100
Bolivar vs Parafield Gardens, SA suburb comparison
Parafield Gardens for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BolivarParafield Gardens
Crime rate
Bolivar
2106.8 / 1k
Parafield Gardens
47.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bolivar
2
Parafield Gardens
164
Population
Bolivar
357
Parafield Gardens
18,467
Metric leadBolivar 2Parafield Gardens 61 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 retireesParafield Gardens
- Best for familiesParafield Gardens
- Best for investmentParafield Gardens
- Best for best valueParafield Gardens
- Best for best schoolsParafield Gardens
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 | Bolivar | Parafield Gardens |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 27.0/100 | 64.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 74.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 2106.8 / 1k | 47.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 1 | 73 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 164 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 148 |
| Population | 357 | 18,467 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bolivar is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm, and Parafield Gardens is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Bolivar is stronger for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook; Parafield Gardens answers with a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Parafield Gardens, while Bolivar remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.