Overall score
Evanston Gardens
35.6/100
Hillier
21.9/100
Evanston Gardens vs Hillier, SA suburb comparison
Evanston Gardens for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Evanston GardensHillier
Crime rate
Evanston Gardens
74.8 / 1k
Hillier
36.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Evanston Gardens
39
Hillier
0
Population
Evanston Gardens
2,347
Hillier
814
Metric leadEvanston Gardens 6Hillier 21 tiedacross 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 retireesEvanston Gardens
- Best for familiesEvanston Gardens
- Best for best valueEvanston Gardens
- Best for best schoolsEvanston Gardens
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 | Evanston Gardens | Hillier |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.6/100 | 21.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 81.2/100 | 69.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 74.8 / 1k | 36.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 11 | 2 |
| Walkability | 16.5/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 39 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 56 | 9 |
| Population | 2,347 | 814 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Evanston Gardens is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, and Hillier is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm.
On the data, Evanston Gardens is stronger for housing affordability and public transport access; Hillier answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Evanston Gardens, while Hillier remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.