Overall score
Craigmore
57.5/100
Elizabeth North
35.5/100
Craigmore vs Elizabeth North, SA suburb comparison
Craigmore for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CraigmoreElizabeth North
Crime rate
Craigmore
38.1 / 1k
Elizabeth North
137.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Craigmore
88
Elizabeth North
47
Population
Craigmore
10,943
Elizabeth North
3,588
Metric leadCraigmore 9Elizabeth North 1across 10 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 | Craigmore | Elizabeth North |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.5/100 | 35.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 81.2/100 | 53.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 38.1 / 1k | 137.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 44 | 17 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 27.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 88 | 47 |
| Planning activity | 35 | 32 |
| Population | 10,943 | 3,588 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Craigmore is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Elizabeth North is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Craigmore pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Elizabeth North is the better pick for a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Craigmore, while Elizabeth North remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.