Overall score
Brooklyn Park
48.8/100
Thebarton
51.2/100
Brooklyn Park vs Thebarton, SA suburb comparison
Brooklyn Park on housing and crime; Thebarton on overall score and transport.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Brooklyn ParkThebarton
Crime rate
Brooklyn Park
57.5 / 1k
Thebarton
94.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Brooklyn Park
136
Thebarton
253
Population
Brooklyn Park
5,040
Thebarton
1,442
Metric leadBrooklyn Park 3Thebarton 61 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
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 | Brooklyn Park | Thebarton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.8/100 | 51.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 25.2/100 | 20.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 57.5 / 1k | 94.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 23 |
| Walkability | 69.5/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 136 | 253 |
| Planning activity | 41 | 16 |
| Population | 5,040 | 1,442 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Brooklyn Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Thebarton is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby.
Brooklyn Park tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Thebarton stands out for public transport access and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Brooklyn Park, while Thebarton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.