Overall score
Clapham
37.1/100
Westbourne Park
45.0/100
Clapham vs Westbourne Park, SA suburb comparison
Clapham for investment and value; Westbourne Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ClaphamWestbourne Park
Crime rate
Clapham
25.6 / 1k
Westbourne Park
17.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clapham
23
Westbourne Park
60
Population
Clapham
1,685
Westbourne Park
2,564
Metric leadClapham 2Westbourne Park 62 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 retireesWestbourne Park
- Best for familiesWestbourne Park
- Best for investmentClapham
- Best for best valueClapham
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 | Westbourne Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.1/100 | 45.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.5/100 | 24.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 25.6 / 1k | 17.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 11 |
| Walkability | 9.0/100 | 18.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 23 | 60 |
| Planning activity | 21 | 24 |
| Population | 1,685 | 2,564 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Clapham is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, while Westbourne Park is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Clapham tends to lead on housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook, while Westbourne Park stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Clapham the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Westbourne Park.