Overall score
Dernancourt
57.9/100
Modbury
64.9/100
Dernancourt vs Modbury, SA suburb comparison
Dernancourt for retirees; Modbury for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DernancourtModbury
Crime rate
Dernancourt
38.4 / 1k
Modbury
197.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dernancourt
94
Modbury
290
Population
Dernancourt
4,063
Modbury
5,593
Metric leadDernancourt 3Modbury 7across 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 retireesDernancourt
- Best for investmentModbury
- Best for best valueModbury
- Best for best schoolsModbury
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 | Modbury |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.9/100 | 64.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.7/100 | 73.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 38.4 / 1k | 197.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 20 | 61 |
| Walkability | 86.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 94 | 290 |
| Planning activity | 53 | 78 |
| Population | 4,063 | 5,593 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Dernancourt is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Modbury is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Dernancourt tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, while Modbury stands out for housing affordability and schools and education options.
Choose Dernancourt if you are weighing retirees; lean toward Modbury for investors and value-focused buyers.