Overall score
Fullarton
55.0/100
Unley Park
41.9/100
Fullarton vs Unley Park, SA suburb comparison
Fullarton for investment and value; Unley Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
FullartonUnley Park
Crime rate
Fullarton
48.2 / 1k
Unley Park
26.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fullarton
146
Unley Park
74
Population
Fullarton
4,500
Unley Park
1,383
Metric leadFullarton 5Unley Park 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 retireesUnley Park
- Best for familiesUnley Park
- Best for investmentFullarton
- Best for best valueFullarton
- Best for best schoolsFullarton
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 | Fullarton | Unley Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.0/100 | 41.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 23.2/100 | 9.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.2 / 1k | 26.9 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 10 | 11 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 16.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 146 | 74 |
| Planning activity | 44 | 22 |
| Population | 4,500 | 1,383 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Fullarton is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Unley Park is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
Fullarton tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while Unley Park stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Fullarton suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Unley Park is the stronger match for retirees and families.