Overall score
Forreston
27.1/100
Gumeracha
51.3/100
Forreston vs Gumeracha, SA suburb comparison
Gumeracha for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ForrestonGumeracha
Crime rate
Forreston
18.2 / 1k
Gumeracha
7.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Forreston
1
Gumeracha
38
Population
Forreston
407
Gumeracha
847
Metric leadForreston 2Gumeracha 61 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
Forreston is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace, while Gumeracha is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace.
Forreston pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Gumeracha is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Gumeracha, while Forreston remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.