Overall score
Goodwood
56.4/100
Parkside
46.5/100
Goodwood vs Parkside, SA suburb comparison
Parkside for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GoodwoodParkside
Crime rate
Goodwood
57.9 / 1k
Parkside
46.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Goodwood
274
Parkside
189
Population
Goodwood
2,823
Parkside
5,126
Metric leadGoodwood 5Parkside 32 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for best schoolsParkside
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 Parkside is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Goodwood tends to lead on schools and education options and walkability, while Parkside stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, investors and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Parkside, while Goodwood remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.