Overall score
Cudlee Creek
41.3/100
Paracombe
45.3/100
Cudlee Creek vs Paracombe, SA suburb comparison
Paracombe for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Cudlee CreekParacombe
Crime rate
Cudlee Creek
19.7 / 1k
Paracombe
12.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cudlee Creek
2
Paracombe
2
Population
Cudlee Creek
425
Paracombe
435
Metric leadCudlee Creek 0Paracombe 54 tiedacross 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 | Cudlee Creek | Paracombe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.3/100 | 45.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 72.6/100 | 76.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 19.7 / 1k | 12.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 2 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 2 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 5 |
| Population | 425 | 435 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Cudlee Creek is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks, and Paracombe is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace.
Cudlee Creek pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook, whereas Paracombe is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Paracombe, while Cudlee Creek remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.