Overall score
Hackham
38.3/100
Morphett Vale
48.2/100
Hackham vs Morphett Vale, SA Suburb Comparison
Morphett Vale for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HackhamMorphett Vale
Crime rate
Hackham
38.1 / 1k
Morphett Vale
55.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hackham
96
Morphett Vale
325
Population
Hackham
4,491
Morphett Vale
24,002
Metric leadHackham 2Morphett Vale 91 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesMorphett Vale
- Best for familiesMorphett Vale
- Best for investmentMorphett Vale
- Best for best schoolsMorphett Vale
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 | Hackham | Morphett Vale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.3/100 | 48.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 75.0/100 | 77.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 38.1 / 1k | 55.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 14 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 132 |
| Walkability | 75.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 96 | 325 |
| Planning activity | 37 | 348 |
| Green cover | 3.2% | 14.7% |
| Population | 4,491 | 24,002 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Hackham is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Morphett Vale is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Hackham is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook; Morphett Vale answers with schools and education options, public transport access, and walkability.
Hackham suits investors more clearly, whereas Morphett Vale is the stronger match for retirees, families, value-focused buyers, 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.