Overall score
Dudley Park
38.5/100
Sefton Park
41.1/100
Dudley Park vs Sefton Park, SA suburb comparison
Dudley Park for investment and value; Sefton Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Dudley ParkSefton Park
Crime rate
Dudley Park
109.9 / 1k
Sefton Park
118.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dudley Park
69
Sefton Park
38
Population
Dudley Park
670
Sefton Park
1,274
Metric leadDudley Park 6Sefton Park 3across 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 retireesSefton Park
- Best for familiesSefton Park
- Best for investmentDudley Park
- Best for best valueDudley Park
- Best for best schoolsSefton Park
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 | Dudley Park | Sefton Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.5/100 | 41.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 68.4/100 | 57.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 109.9 / 1k | 118.2 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 11 | 6 |
| Walkability | 18.5/100 | 17.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 69 | 38 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 14 |
| Population | 670 | 1,274 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Dudley Park is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, and Sefton Park is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
On the data, Dudley Park is stronger for housing affordability and public transport access; Sefton Park answers with a quieter safety profile and overall desirability. On housing, Dudley Park sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Sefton Park.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Sefton Park, while Dudley Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.