Overall score
Glencoe
43.4/100
Kalangadoo
26.4/100
Glencoe vs Kalangadoo, SA suburb comparison
Glencoe for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GlencoeKalangadoo
Crime rate
Glencoe
7.5 / 1k
Kalangadoo
23.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glencoe
3
Kalangadoo
0
Population
Glencoe
633
Kalangadoo
457
Metric leadGlencoe 6Kalangadoo 12 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.
| Category | Glencoe | Kalangadoo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.4/100 | 26.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 61.3/100 | 18.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 7.5 / 1k | 23.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 3 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 5 |
| Population | 633 | 457 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Glencoe reads as a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe; Kalangadoo is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
On the data, Glencoe is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Kalangadoo answers with a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Glencoe sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Kalangadoo.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Glencoe, while Kalangadoo remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.