Overall score
Highbury
52.7/100
Holden Hill
55.4/100
Highbury vs Holden Hill, SA suburb comparison
Highbury for retirees and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HighburyHolden Hill
Crime rate
Highbury
20.9 / 1k
Holden Hill
63.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Highbury
53
Holden Hill
150
Population
Highbury
6,956
Holden Hill
3,716
Metric leadHighbury 4Holden Hill 6across 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.
| Category | Highbury | Holden Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.7/100 | 55.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.9/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 20.9 / 1k | 63.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 28 | 29 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 53 | 150 |
| Planning activity | 84 | 64 |
| Population | 6,956 | 3,716 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Highbury is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Holden Hill is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Highbury tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Holden Hill stands out for housing affordability and public transport access. Highbury generally means more sought-after housing, while Holden Hill leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Highbury, while Holden Hill remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.