Overall score
Charleston
50.1/100
Lobethal
57.2/100
Charleston vs Lobethal, SA Suburb Comparison
Lobethal for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CharlestonLobethal
Crime rate
Charleston
1.7 / 1k
Lobethal
12.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Charleston
3
Lobethal
73
Population
Charleston
550
Lobethal
2,534
Metric leadCharleston 3Lobethal 71 tiedacross 11 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 | Charleston | Lobethal |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50.1/100 | 57.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.3/100 | 64.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 1.7 / 1k | 12.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 17 |
| Walkability | 4.5/100 | 58.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 3 | 73 |
| Planning activity | 13 | 49 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Population | 550 | 2,534 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Charleston reads as a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks; Lobethal is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood.
Charleston tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook, while Lobethal stands out for public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Charleston suits retirees, families, and investors more clearly, whereas Lobethal is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.