Overall score
Clapham
43.1/100
Pasadena
54.8/100
Clapham vs Pasadena, SA suburb comparison
Clapham for retirees and families; Pasadena for schools.
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
23
Pasadena
174
Population
Clapham
1,685
Pasadena
3,073
Metric leadClapham 4Pasadena 6across 10 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.
Comparison summary
Clapham is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, while Pasadena is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Clapham pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Pasadena is the better pick for schools and education options and public transport access.
Retirees and investors may find Clapham the better fit, while households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Pasadena.