Overall score
Crafers West
40.0/100
Upper Sturt
43.1/100
Crafers West vs Upper Sturt, SA suburb comparison
Crafers West for value; Upper Sturt for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Crafers WestUpper Sturt
Crime rate
Crafers West
10.3 / 1k
Upper Sturt
11.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Crafers West
21
Upper Sturt
23
Population
Crafers West
1,307
Upper Sturt
1,005
Metric leadCrafers West 3Upper Sturt 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 familiesUpper Sturt
- Best for investmentUpper Sturt
- Best for best valueCrafers West
- Best for best schoolsUpper Sturt
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 | Upper Sturt |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.0/100 | 43.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 62.1/100 | 38.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 10.3 / 1k | 11.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 5 | 20 |
| Walkability | 7.5/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 21 | 23 |
| Planning activity | 19 | 13 |
| Population | 1,307 | 1,005 |
| 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 Upper Sturt is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks.
Crafers West tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Upper Sturt stands out for public transport access and walkability.
Crafers West suits value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Upper Sturt is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.