Overall score
Hampstead Gardens
48.1/100
Oakden
48.4/100
Hampstead Gardens vs Oakden, SA suburb comparison
Hampstead Gardens for retirees and families; Oakden for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Hampstead GardensOakden
Crime rate
Hampstead Gardens
46.7 / 1k
Oakden
40.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hampstead Gardens
47
Oakden
176
Population
Hampstead Gardens
1,535
Oakden
3,583
Metric leadHampstead Gardens 2Oakden 61 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesHampstead Gardens
- Best for familiesHampstead Gardens
- Best for investmentOakden
- Best for best valueOakden
- Best for best schoolsHampstead Gardens
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 | Hampstead Gardens | Oakden |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.1/100 | 48.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 31.6/100 | 61.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 46.7 / 1k | 40.1 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 15 |
| Walkability | 61.5/100 | 24.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 47 | 176 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 24 |
| Population | 1,535 | 3,583 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Hampstead Gardens is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Oakden is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Hampstead Gardens tends to lead on walkability and a calmer planning outlook, while Oakden stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Hampstead Gardens suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Oakden is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.