Overall score
Grange
62.5/100
Henley Beach
64.1/100
Grange vs Henley Beach, SA suburb comparison
Henley Beach for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GrangeHenley Beach
Crime rate
Grange
34.1 / 1k
Henley Beach
44.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Grange
507
Henley Beach
299
Population
Grange
6,143
Henley Beach
6,259
Metric leadGrange 4Henley Beach 51 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 retireesHenley Beach
- Best for familiesHenley Beach
- Best for beach lifestyleHenley Beach
- Best for best schoolsHenley Beach
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 | Grange | Henley Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.5/100 | 64.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.6/100 | 38.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 34.1 / 1k | 44.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 44 |
| Walkability | 71.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 507 | 299 |
| Planning activity | 65 | 90 |
| Population | 6,143 | 6,259 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Grange is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Henley Beach is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
On the data, Grange is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Henley Beach answers with schools and education options and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Henley Beach, while Grange remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.