Overall score
Cheltenham
41.6/100
Woodville South
49.8/100
Cheltenham vs Woodville South, SA suburb comparison
Woodville South for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CheltenhamWoodville South
Crime rate
Cheltenham
36.6 / 1k
Woodville South
69.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cheltenham
92
Woodville South
116
Population
Cheltenham
2,236
Woodville South
3,464
Metric leadCheltenham 2Woodville South 61 tiedacross 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 retireesWoodville South
- Best for investmentWoodville South
- Best for best valueWoodville South
- Best for best schoolsWoodville South
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 | Cheltenham | Woodville South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.6/100 | 49.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.5/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 36.6 / 1k | 69.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 12 |
| Walkability | 18.0/100 | 51.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 92 | 116 |
| Planning activity | 26 | 42 |
| Population | 2,236 | 3,464 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Cheltenham is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, and Woodville South is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Cheltenham pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Woodville South is the better pick for housing affordability and walkability.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Woodville South, while Cheltenham remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.