Hewett vs Lyndoch, SA suburb comparison

Hewett for retirees and investment.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

HewettLyndoch

Overall score

Hewett

50.0/100

Lyndoch

45.7/100

Crime rate

Hewett

10.7 / 1k

Lyndoch

23.0 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Hewett

37

Lyndoch

6

Population

Hewett

2,961

Lyndoch

2,151

Metric leadHewett 10Lyndoch 0across 10 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

Quick verdicts

Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)

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.

CategoryHewettLyndoch
Overall score50.0/10045.7/100
Housing (desirability)76.0/10069.8/100
Crime rate10.7 / 1k23.0 / 1k
Schools & preschools32
Public transport stops116
Walkability37.5/1009.0/100
Nearby amenities376
Planning activity2026
Population2,9612,151
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)9/106/10

Comparison summary

Hewett reads as a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel; Lyndoch is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood. Lyndoch sits among greener hillside streets, while Hewett keeps a flatter suburban layout.

Hewett pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Lyndoch is the better pick for a country-town feel and recognised heritage character.

On balance, retirees and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Hewett, while Lyndoch remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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