Overall score
Clapham
47.2/100
Glenalta
52.6/100
Clapham vs Glenalta, SA Suburb Comparison
Glenalta for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ClaphamGlenalta
Crime rate
Clapham
16.3 / 1k
Glenalta
4.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clapham
25
Glenalta
39
Population
Clapham
1,685
Glenalta
2,039
Metric leadClapham 1Glenalta 83 tiedacross 12 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 | Clapham | Glenalta |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.2/100 | 52.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 62.2/100 | 66.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.3 / 1k | 4.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 23 |
| Walkability | 9.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 25 | 39 |
| Planning activity | 24 | 26 |
| Green cover | 0.4% | 4.0% |
| Population | 1,685 | 2,039 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Clapham reads as a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand; Glenalta is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand.
On the data, Clapham is stronger for a calmer planning outlook; Glenalta answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access.
Choose Clapham if you are weighing retirees and investors; lean toward Glenalta for value-focused buyers and 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.