Overall score
Glynde
37.0/100
Joslin
46.8/100
Glynde vs Joslin, SA Suburb Comparison
Glynde for investment and value; Joslin for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GlyndeJoslin
Crime rate
Glynde
40.9 / 1k
Joslin
26.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glynde
103
Joslin
20
Population
Glynde
2,102
Joslin
1,243
Metric leadGlynde 5Joslin 51 tiedacross 11 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 | Glynde | Joslin |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.0/100 | 46.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 66.9/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 40.9 / 1k | 26.0 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 10 | 4 |
| Walkability | 17.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 103 | 20 |
| Planning activity | 32 | 16 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Population | 2,102 | 1,243 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Glynde is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, and Joslin is a metro smaller community with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm.
Glynde tends to lead on housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability, while Joslin stands out for a quieter safety profile, tree cover and green space, and overall desirability.
Glynde suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Joslin is the stronger match for retirees, families, 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.