Overall score
Charleston
39.7/100
Lobethal
62.1/100
Charleston vs Lobethal, SA suburb comparison
Charleston for investment; Lobethal for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CharlestonLobethal
Crime rate
Charleston
3.4 / 1k
Lobethal
12.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Charleston
0
Lobethal
69
Population
Charleston
550
Lobethal
2,534
Metric leadCharleston 4Lobethal 5across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesLobethal
- Best for investmentCharleston
- Best for best valueLobethal
- Best for best schoolsLobethal
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 | 39.7/100 | 62.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 91.7/100 | 79.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 3.4 / 1k | 12.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 17 |
| Walkability | 4.5/100 | 58.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 69 |
| Planning activity | 11 | 44 |
| 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 and a quieter safety profile, while Lobethal stands out for public transport access and walkability.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Lobethal, while Charleston remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.