Overall score
Gepps Cross
23.6/100
Northfield
28.7/100
Gepps Cross vs Northfield, SA Suburb Comparison
Northfield for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Gepps CrossNorthfield
Crime rate
Gepps Cross
626.6 / 1k
Northfield
93.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gepps Cross
183
Northfield
78
Population
Gepps Cross
648
Northfield
5,043
Metric leadGepps Cross 3Northfield 63 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesNorthfield
- Best for familiesNorthfield
- Best for investmentNorthfield
- Best for best valueNorthfield
- Best for best schoolsNorthfield
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 | Gepps Cross | Northfield |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 23.6/100 | 28.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 23.8/100 | 27.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 626.6 / 1k | 93.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 32 | 14 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 42.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 183 | 78 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 67 |
| Green cover | 0.7% | 3.6% |
| Population | 648 | 5,043 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Gepps Cross is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, and Northfield is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Gepps Cross pulls ahead on public transport access, nearby cafés and amenities, and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Northfield is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and walkability.
Gepps Cross suits retirees more clearly, whereas Northfield is the stronger match for families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.