Overall score
Golden Grove
58.9/100
Wynn Vale
72.3/100
Golden Grove vs Wynn Vale, SA suburb comparison
Wynn Vale for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Golden GroveWynn Vale
Crime rate
Golden Grove
44.0 / 1k
Wynn Vale
16.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Golden Grove
65
Wynn Vale
129
Population
Golden Grove
10,299
Wynn Vale
7,865
Metric leadGolden Grove 4Wynn Vale 42 tiedacross 10 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 | Golden Grove | Wynn Vale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.9/100 | 72.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.8/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 44.0 / 1k | 16.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 75 | 40 |
| Walkability | 70.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 65 | 129 |
| Planning activity | 55 | 55 |
| Population | 10,299 | 7,865 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Golden Grove is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Wynn Vale is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Golden Grove tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Wynn Vale stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Wynn Vale, while Golden Grove remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.