Overall score
Clapham
47.2/100
Pasadena
50.3/100
Clapham vs Pasadena, SA Suburb Comparison
Clapham for investment and value; Pasadena for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ClaphamPasadena
Crime rate
Clapham
16.3 / 1k
Pasadena
57.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clapham
25
Pasadena
175
Population
Clapham
1,685
Pasadena
3,073
Metric leadClapham 3Pasadena 9across 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 | Pasadena |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.2/100 | 50.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 62.2/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.3 / 1k | 57.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 16 |
| Walkability | 9.0/100 | 68.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 25 | 175 |
| Planning activity | 24 | 33 |
| Green cover | 0.4% | 7.0% |
| Population | 1,685 | 3,073 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Clapham is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, while Pasadena is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Clapham pulls ahead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Pasadena is the better pick for schools and education options, public transport access, and walkability.
Retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers may find Clapham the better fit, while households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Pasadena.
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.