Overall score
Dernancourt
57.9/100
Highbury
52.7/100
Dernancourt vs Highbury, SA suburb comparison
Dernancourt for value; Highbury for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DernancourtHighbury
Crime rate
Dernancourt
38.4 / 1k
Highbury
20.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dernancourt
94
Highbury
53
Population
Dernancourt
4,063
Highbury
6,956
Metric leadDernancourt 5Highbury 5across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesHighbury
- Best for best valueDernancourt
- Best for best schoolsHighbury
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 | Dernancourt | Highbury |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.9/100 | 52.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.7/100 | 56.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 38.4 / 1k | 20.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 20 | 28 |
| Walkability | 86.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 94 | 53 |
| Planning activity | 53 | 84 |
| Population | 4,063 | 6,956 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Dernancourt is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Highbury is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Dernancourt tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while Highbury stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
Dernancourt suits value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Highbury is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.