Overall score
Greenacres
47.1/100
Oakden
39.9/100
Greenacres vs Oakden, SA Suburb Comparison
Greenacres for investment and schools; Oakden for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GreenacresOakden
Crime rate
Greenacres
89.6 / 1k
Oakden
44.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Greenacres
79
Oakden
178
Population
Greenacres
3,356
Oakden
3,583
Metric leadGreenacres 3Oakden 62 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesOakden
- Best for familiesOakden
- Best for investmentGreenacres
- Best for best schoolsGreenacres
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 | Greenacres | Oakden |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.1/100 | 39.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 60.9/100 | 71.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 89.6 / 1k | 44.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 15 |
| Walkability | 79.5/100 | 24.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 79 | 178 |
| Planning activity | 30 | 26 |
| Green cover | 2.6% | 8.2% |
| Population | 3,356 | 3,583 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Greenacres is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Oakden is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Greenacres is stronger for public transport access, walkability, and overall desirability; Oakden answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Greenacres, while Oakden remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.