Overall score
Exeter
39.2/100
Queenstown
43.4/100
Exeter vs Queenstown, SA suburb comparison
Exeter for retirees and investment; Queenstown for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ExeterQueenstown
Crime rate
Exeter
105.5 / 1k
Queenstown
48.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Exeter
59
Queenstown
57
Population
Exeter
1,066
Queenstown
1,943
Metric leadExeter 2Queenstown 7across 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 retireesExeter
- Best for familiesQueenstown
- Best for investmentExeter
- Best for best schoolsQueenstown
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 | Exeter | Queenstown |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.2/100 | 43.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.9/100 | 57.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 105.5 / 1k | 48.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 13 |
| Walkability | 10.5/100 | 23.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 59 | 57 |
| Planning activity | 16 | 15 |
| Population | 1,066 | 1,943 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Exeter is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Queenstown is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby.
Exeter pulls ahead on nearby cafés and amenities and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Queenstown is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Exeter sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Queenstown.
Exeter suits investors more clearly, whereas Queenstown is the stronger match for families and value-focused buyers.