Overall score
Duck Ponds
29.9/100
Tiatukia
41.1/100
Duck Ponds vs Tiatukia, SA suburb comparison
Tiatukia for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Duck PondsTiatukia
Crime rate
Duck Ponds
50.2 / 1k
Tiatukia
7.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Duck Ponds
0
Tiatukia
0
Population
Duck Ponds
284
Tiatukia
367
Metric leadDuck Ponds 1Tiatukia 52 tiedacross 8 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 | Duck Ponds | Tiatukia |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 29.9/100 | 41.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 78.0/100 | 65.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 50.2 / 1k | 7.8 / 1k |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 6 |
| Population | 284 | 367 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Duck Ponds is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace, while Tiatukia is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone. Where Tiatukia is shaped by the coast, Duck Ponds offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Duck Ponds is stronger for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook; Tiatukia answers with a quieter safety profile and overall desirability. On housing, Duck Ponds sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Tiatukia.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Tiatukia, while Duck Ponds remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.