Overall score
Enfield
35.0/100
Northgate
47.7/100
Enfield vs Northgate, SA Suburb Comparison
Enfield for investment; Northgate for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
EnfieldNorthgate
Crime rate
Enfield
55.0 / 1k
Northgate
25.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Enfield
97
Northgate
83
Population
Enfield
6,204
Northgate
3,184
Metric leadEnfield 6Northgate 51 tiedacross 12 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 | Enfield | Northgate |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.0/100 | 47.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.3/100 | 48.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.0 / 1k | 25.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 12 |
| Walkability | 52.0/100 | 45.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 97 | 83 |
| Planning activity | 66 | 10 |
| Green cover | 2.0% | 10.7% |
| Population | 6,204 | 3,184 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Enfield is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Northgate is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Enfield pulls ahead on schools and education options, public transport access, and walkability, whereas Northgate is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and tree cover and green space.
Choose Enfield if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Northgate for retirees, families, and investors.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.