Overall score
Christies Beach
63.2/100
Hackham West
49.8/100
Christies Beach vs Hackham West, SA suburb comparison
Christies Beach for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Christies BeachHackham West
Crime rate
Christies Beach
99.6 / 1k
Hackham West
75.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Christies Beach
290
Hackham West
78
Population
Christies Beach
5,962
Hackham West
3,620
Metric leadChristies Beach 8Hackham West 2across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesChristies Beach
- Best for familiesChristies Beach
- Best for beach lifestyleChristies Beach
- Best for best valueChristies Beach
- Best for best schoolsChristies Beach
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 | Christies Beach | Hackham West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.2/100 | 49.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 64.9/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 99.6 / 1k | 75.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 22 |
| Walkability | 96.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 290 | 78 |
| Planning activity | 104 | 35 |
| Population | 5,962 | 3,620 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Christies Beach reads as a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone; Hackham West is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Where Christies Beach is shaped by the coast, Hackham West offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Christies Beach tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Hackham West stands out for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Christies Beach, while Hackham West remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.