Overall score
Grange
62.5/100
Henley Beach South
45.0/100
Grange vs Henley Beach South, SA suburb comparison
Grange for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GrangeHenley Beach South
Crime rate
Grange
34.1 / 1k
Henley Beach South
56.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Grange
507
Henley Beach South
81
Population
Grange
6,143
Henley Beach South
2,799
Metric leadGrange 8Henley Beach South 2across 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 | Grange | Henley Beach South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.5/100 | 45.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.6/100 | 34.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 34.1 / 1k | 56.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 19 |
| Walkability | 71.0/100 | 32.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 507 | 81 |
| Planning activity | 65 | 24 |
| Population | 6,143 | 2,799 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Grange is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Henley Beach South is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
Grange tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Henley Beach South stands out for a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, families and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Grange, while Henley Beach South remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.