Overall score
Clapham
37.1/100
Clarence Gardens
47.1/100
Clapham vs Clarence Gardens, SA suburb comparison
Clarence Gardens for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ClaphamClarence Gardens
Crime rate
Clapham
25.6 / 1k
Clarence Gardens
35.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clapham
23
Clarence Gardens
81
Population
Clapham
1,685
Clarence Gardens
2,373
Metric leadClapham 4Clarence Gardens 51 tiedacross 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 familiesClarence Gardens
- Best for best valueClarence Gardens
- Best for best schoolsClarence Gardens
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 | Clapham | Clarence Gardens |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.1/100 | 47.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.5/100 | 43.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 25.6 / 1k | 35.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 12 |
| Walkability | 9.0/100 | 26.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 23 | 81 |
| Planning activity | 21 | 39 |
| Population | 1,685 | 2,373 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Clapham reads as a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel; Clarence Gardens is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
Clapham tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Clarence Gardens stands out for public transport access and walkability.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Clarence Gardens, while Clapham remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.