Overall score
Houghton
37.5/100
Paracombe
45.3/100
Houghton vs Paracombe, SA suburb comparison
Paracombe for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HoughtonParacombe
Crime rate
Houghton
11.1 / 1k
Paracombe
12.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Houghton
4
Paracombe
2
Population
Houghton
511
Paracombe
435
Metric leadHoughton 3Paracombe 51 tiedacross 9 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.
Comparison summary
Houghton is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks, while Paracombe is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace. Houghton sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Paracombe is within day-trip reach of the capital.
Houghton tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities, while Paracombe stands out for housing affordability and public transport access.
Choose Houghton if you are weighing investors; lean toward Paracombe for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.