Overall score
Cowandilla
33.5/100
Fulham
50.2/100
Cowandilla vs Fulham, SA suburb comparison
Fulham for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CowandillaFulham
Crime rate
Cowandilla
52.3 / 1k
Fulham
78.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cowandilla
41
Fulham
64
Population
Cowandilla
1,455
Fulham
2,920
Metric leadCowandilla 3Fulham 6across 9 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 | Cowandilla | Fulham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 33.5/100 | 50.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.1/100 | 17.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 52.3 / 1k | 78.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | — |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 14 |
| Walkability | 12.0/100 | 56.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 41 | 64 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 52 |
| Population | 1,455 | 2,920 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Cowandilla is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, and Fulham is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Cowandilla is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Fulham answers with public transport access and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Fulham, while Cowandilla remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.