Overall score
Clinton
27.0/100
Maitland
33.0/100
Clinton vs Maitland, SA Suburb Comparison
Clinton for families and beach lifestyle; Maitland for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ClintonMaitland
Crime rate
Clinton
46.3 / 1k
Maitland
20.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clinton
6
Maitland
2
Population
Clinton
313
Maitland
1,312
Metric leadClinton 2Maitland 54 tiedacross 11 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 | Clinton | Maitland |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 27.0/100 | 33.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.3/100 | 44.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 46.3 / 1k | 20.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 15.5/100 | 15.5/100 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 2 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 2 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 23 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population | 313 | 1,312 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Clinton is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Maitland is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds. Where Clinton is shaped by the coast, Maitland offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Clinton is stronger for nearby cafés and amenities, plus a calmer planning outlook; Maitland answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and overall desirability.
People chasing a beach lifestyle may find Clinton the better fit, while retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Maitland.
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.