Overall score
Firle
47.0/100
Marden
54.8/100
Firle vs Marden, SA suburb comparison
Marden for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
FirleMarden
Crime rate
Firle
88.2 / 1k
Marden
48.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Firle
86
Marden
86
Population
Firle
1,508
Marden
2,645
Metric leadFirle 3Marden 42 tiedacross 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.
Comparison summary
Firle is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap, while Marden is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Firle tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Marden stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Marden, while Firle remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.