Overall score
Croydon
41.2/100
Woodville Park
45.2/100
Croydon vs Woodville Park, SA suburb comparison
Croydon for schools; Woodville Park for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CroydonWoodville Park
Crime rate
Croydon
71.5 / 1k
Woodville Park
68.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Croydon
73
Woodville Park
86
Population
Croydon
1,220
Woodville Park
1,852
Metric leadCroydon 3Woodville Park 6across 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 familiesWoodville Park
- Best for best schoolsCroydon
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 | Croydon | Woodville Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.2/100 | 45.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 29.4/100 | 23.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 71.5 / 1k | 68.0 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 11 |
| Walkability | 19.0/100 | 22.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 73 | 86 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 28 |
| Population | 1,220 | 1,852 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Croydon is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, and Woodville Park is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
Croydon tends to lead on housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook, while Woodville Park stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Croydon suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Woodville Park is the stronger match for families and investors.