Overall score
Eyre
38.3/100
Macdonald Park
22.9/100
Eyre vs Macdonald Park, SA suburb comparison
Eyre for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
EyreMacdonald Park
Crime rate
Eyre
64.4 / 1k
Macdonald Park
61.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Eyre
40
Macdonald Park
1
Population
Eyre
1,113
Macdonald Park
503
Metric leadEyre 5Macdonald Park 3across 8 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 | Eyre | Macdonald Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.3/100 | 22.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 81.2/100 | 46.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.4 / 1k | 61.9 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 7 | — |
| Walkability | 12.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 40 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 61 | 11 |
| Population | 1,113 | 503 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Eyre is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, while Macdonald Park is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Eyre sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Macdonald Park is further out with more breathing room.
Eyre tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while Macdonald Park stands out for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Eyre sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Macdonald Park.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Eyre, while Macdonald Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.