Overall score
Goodwood
61.2/100
Malvern
51.4/100
Goodwood vs Malvern, SA Suburb Comparison
Goodwood for retirees and investment; Malvern for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GoodwoodMalvern
Crime rate
Goodwood
49.9 / 1k
Malvern
54.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Goodwood
276
Malvern
120
Population
Goodwood
2,823
Malvern
2,713
Metric leadGoodwood 9Malvern 02 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 | Goodwood | Malvern |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.2/100 | 51.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.8/100 | 48.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 49.9 / 1k | 54.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 16 |
| Walkability | 95.5/100 | 42.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 276 | 120 |
| Planning activity | 50 | 50 |
| Green cover | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Population | 2,823 | 2,713 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
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 a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and walkability, while Malvern stands out for housing affordability.
Goodwood suits investors more clearly, whereas Malvern is the stronger match for 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.