Overall score
Grange
62.5/100
West Lakes
64.3/100
Grange vs West Lakes, SA suburb comparison
Grange for retirees and families; West Lakes for beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GrangeWest Lakes
Crime rate
Grange
34.1 / 1k
West Lakes
94.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Grange
507
West Lakes
439
Population
Grange
6,143
West Lakes
6,768
Metric leadGrange 5West Lakes 5across 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 retireesGrange
- Best for familiesGrange
- Best for beach lifestyleWest Lakes
- Best for best schoolsGrange
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 | West Lakes |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.5/100 | 64.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.6/100 | 47.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 34.1 / 1k | 94.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 44 |
| Walkability | 71.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 507 | 439 |
| Planning activity | 66 | 147 |
| Population | 6,143 | 6,768 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Grange is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and West Lakes is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Grange tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while West Lakes stands out for housing affordability and public transport access.
Retirees and families may find Grange the better fit, while people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer West Lakes.