Overall score
Exeter
42.8/100
Queenstown
34.9/100
Exeter vs Queenstown, SA Suburb Comparison
Exeter for retirees and families.
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
63
Queenstown
61
Population
Exeter
1,066
Queenstown
1,943
Metric leadExeter 4Queenstown 61 tiedacross 11 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 | Exeter | Queenstown |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.8/100 | 34.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 61.4/100 | 62.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 105.5 / 1k | 48.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 13 |
| Walkability | 12.5/100 | 23.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 63 | 61 |
| Planning activity | 18 | 20 |
| Green cover | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| 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, plus stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Queenstown is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access. On housing, Exeter sits in a gently premium band, compared with a expensive feel in Queenstown.
Exeter suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Queenstown is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.
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.