Overall score
Carey Gully
37.5/100
Uraidla
46.8/100
Carey Gully vs Uraidla, SA suburb comparison
Uraidla for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Carey GullyUraidla
Crime rate
Carey Gully
9.0 / 1k
Uraidla
9.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carey Gully
15
Uraidla
34
Population
Carey Gully
428
Uraidla
581
Metric leadCarey Gully 4Uraidla 5across 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.
| Category | Carey Gully | Uraidla |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.5/100 | 46.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.4/100 | 54.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 9.0 / 1k | 9.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 15 | 14 |
| Walkability | 22.5/100 | 25.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 15 | 34 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 10 |
| Population | 428 | 581 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Carey Gully is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks, while Uraidla is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks. Carey Gully sits within day-trip reach of the capital, whereas Uraidla is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Carey Gully is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Uraidla answers with housing affordability and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Uraidla, while Carey Gully remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.