Overall score
Hampstead Gardens
47.4/100
Oakden
39.9/100
Hampstead Gardens vs Oakden, SA Suburb Comparison
Hampstead Gardens for investment and schools; Oakden for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Hampstead GardensOakden
Crime rate
Hampstead Gardens
70.0 / 1k
Oakden
44.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hampstead Gardens
49
Oakden
178
Population
Hampstead Gardens
1,535
Oakden
3,583
Metric leadHampstead Gardens 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 investmentHampstead Gardens
- 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 | 47.4/100 | 39.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.6/100 | 71.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 70.0 / 1k | 44.5 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 15 |
| Walkability | 63.5/100 | 24.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 49 | 178 |
| Planning activity | 19 | 26 |
| Green cover | 2.1% | 8.2% |
| 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, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access.
Hampstead Gardens suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Oakden is the stronger match for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.