Overall score
Evandale
41.1/100
Kensington
45.4/100
Evandale vs Kensington, SA suburb comparison
Evandale for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
EvandaleKensington
Crime rate
Evandale
42.7 / 1k
Kensington
31.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Evandale
29
Kensington
79
Population
Evandale
1,378
Kensington
1,808
Metric leadEvandale 3Kensington 6across 9 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 | Evandale | Kensington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.1/100 | 45.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 26.2/100 | 21.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 42.7 / 1k | 31.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 8 |
| Walkability | 6.0/100 | 20.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 29 | 79 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 18 |
| Population | 1,378 | 1,808 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Evandale is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, and Kensington is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Evandale pulls ahead on housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Kensington is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Evandale, while Kensington remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.