Overall score
Bolivar
27.0/100
Paralowie
64.0/100
Bolivar vs Paralowie, SA suburb comparison
Paralowie for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BolivarParalowie
Crime rate
Bolivar
2106.8 / 1k
Paralowie
51.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bolivar
2
Paralowie
163
Population
Bolivar
357
Paralowie
17,504
Metric leadBolivar 1Paralowie 71 tiedacross 9 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.
Comparison summary
Bolivar reads as a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm; Paralowie is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Bolivar tends to lead on a calmer planning outlook, while Paralowie stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Paralowie, while Bolivar remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.