Overall score
Fulham Gardens
60.5/100
Seaton
58.6/100
Fulham Gardens vs Seaton, SA suburb comparison
Fulham Gardens for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Fulham GardensSeaton
Crime rate
Fulham Gardens
32.7 / 1k
Seaton
52.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fulham Gardens
97
Seaton
224
Population
Fulham Gardens
6,573
Seaton
10,877
Metric leadFulham Gardens 5Seaton 4across 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 retireesFulham Gardens
- Best for familiesFulham Gardens
- Best for investmentFulham Gardens
- 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 | Seaton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.5/100 | 58.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.7/100 | 44.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 32.7 / 1k | 52.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 51 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 97 | 224 |
| Planning activity | 60 | 117 |
| Population | 6,573 | 10,877 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Fulham Gardens is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Seaton is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Fulham Gardens is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Seaton answers with public transport access and walkability. Fulham Gardens generally means more sought-after housing, while Seaton leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Fulham Gardens, while Seaton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.