Overall score
Fulham Gardens
60.5/100
Grange
62.5/100
Fulham Gardens vs Grange, SA suburb comparison
Fulham Gardens for schools; Grange for retirees and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Fulham GardensGrange
Crime rate
Fulham Gardens
32.7 / 1k
Grange
34.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fulham Gardens
97
Grange
507
Population
Fulham Gardens
6,573
Grange
6,143
Metric leadFulham Gardens 4Grange 5across 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 retireesGrange
- Best for beach lifestyleGrange
- Best for best schoolsFulham Gardens
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 | Fulham Gardens | Grange |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.5/100 | 62.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.7/100 | 43.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 32.7 / 1k | 34.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 37 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 71.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 97 | 507 |
| Planning activity | 60 | 65 |
| Population | 6,573 | 6,143 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Fulham Gardens reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Grange is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Grange leans into coastal living, while Fulham Gardens feels more inland and suburban in character.
Fulham Gardens tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Grange stands out for public transport access and walkability.
Fulham Gardens suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Grange is the stronger match for retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle.