Overall score
Joslin
42.4/100
Kent Town
44.4/100
Joslin vs Kent Town, SA suburb comparison
Joslin for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
JoslinKent Town
Crime rate
Joslin
21.4 / 1k
Kent Town
140.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Joslin
19
Kent Town
222
Population
Joslin
1,243
Kent Town
1,443
Metric leadJoslin 4Kent Town 5across 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
Put side by side, Joslin is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, and Kent Town is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Joslin pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Kent Town is the better pick for public transport access and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Joslin, while Kent Town remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.