Overall score
Crafers West
40.0/100
Heathfield
41.7/100
Crafers West vs Heathfield, SA suburb comparison
Crafers West for value; Heathfield for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Crafers WestHeathfield
Crime rate
Crafers West
10.3 / 1k
Heathfield
14.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Crafers West
21
Heathfield
34
Population
Crafers West
1,307
Heathfield
1,062
Metric leadCrafers West 3Heathfield 51 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesHeathfield
- Best for familiesHeathfield
- Best for best valueCrafers West
- Best for best schoolsHeathfield
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 | Crafers West | Heathfield |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.0/100 | 41.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 62.1/100 | 37.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 10.3 / 1k | 14.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 5 | 19 |
| Walkability | 7.5/100 | 28.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 21 | 34 |
| Planning activity | 19 | 18 |
| Population | 1,307 | 1,062 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Crafers West is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, while Heathfield is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace.
Crafers West pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Heathfield is the better pick for public transport access and walkability.
Crafers West suits value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Heathfield is the stronger match for retirees and families.