Overall score
Goodwood
56.4/100
Malvern
49.5/100
Goodwood vs Malvern, SA suburb comparison
Goodwood for investment; Malvern for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GoodwoodMalvern
Crime rate
Goodwood
57.9 / 1k
Malvern
50.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Goodwood
274
Malvern
119
Population
Goodwood
2,823
Malvern
2,713
Metric leadGoodwood 5Malvern 22 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.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Goodwood is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Malvern is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Goodwood tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Malvern stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Goodwood suits investors more clearly, whereas Malvern is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.