Glencoe vs Nangwarry, SA suburb comparison

Glencoe for retirees and families.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

GlencoeNangwarry

Overall score

Glencoe

43.7/100

Nangwarry

28.2/100

Crime rate

Glencoe

4.5 / 1k

Nangwarry

32.9 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Glencoe

3

Nangwarry

0

Population

Glencoe

633

Nangwarry

505

Metric leadGlencoe 7Nangwarry 02 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.

CategoryGlencoeNangwarry
Overall score43.7/10028.2/100
Housing (desirability)61.3/10048.7/100
Crime rate4.5 / 1k32.9 / 1k
Schools & preschools22
Walkability0.0/1000.0/100
Nearby amenities30
Planning activity67
Population633505
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)5/101/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Glencoe is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, and Nangwarry is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.

Glencoe tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Nangwarry stands out for a calmer planning outlook. Glencoe generally means more mid-market housing value, while Nangwarry leans toward more approachable housing costs.

On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Glencoe, while Nangwarry remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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