Overall score
Burnside
44.4/100
Norwood
56.9/100
Burnside vs Norwood, SA suburb comparison
Burnside for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BurnsideNorwood
Crime rate
Burnside
20.0 / 1k
Norwood
76.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Burnside
70
Norwood
674
Population
Burnside
3,060
Norwood
6,354
Metric leadBurnside 3Norwood 52 tiedacross 10 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
Burnside reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Norwood is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Burnside is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Norwood answers with public transport access and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Burnside, while Norwood remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.