Overall score
Heathfield
53.1/100
Mylor
50.1/100
Heathfield vs Mylor, SA Suburb Comparison
Heathfield for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HeathfieldMylor
Crime rate
Heathfield
11.5 / 1k
Mylor
15.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Heathfield
32
Mylor
23
Population
Heathfield
1,062
Mylor
1,067
Metric leadHeathfield 9Mylor 22 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesHeathfield
- Best for best schoolsHeathfield
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 | Heathfield | Mylor |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.1/100 | 50.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 36.9/100 | 49.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 11.5 / 1k | 15.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 6 |
| Walkability | 28.5/100 | 13.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 32 | 23 |
| Planning activity | 19 | 29 |
| Green cover | 9.0% | 5.9% |
| Population | 1,062 | 1,067 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Heathfield is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace, while Mylor is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood. Heathfield sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Mylor is within day-trip reach of the capital.
Heathfield pulls ahead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options, whereas Mylor is the better pick for a larger local community.
Choose Heathfield if you are weighing retirees, families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools; lean toward Mylor for investors.
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.