Overall score
Kangarilla
44.3/100
McLaren Flat
48.0/100
Kangarilla vs McLaren Flat, SA Suburb Comparison
Kangarilla for investment; McLaren Flat for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KangarillaMcLaren Flat
Crime rate
Kangarilla
16.7 / 1k
McLaren Flat
5.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kangarilla
14
McLaren Flat
14
Population
Kangarilla
905
McLaren Flat
1,625
Metric leadKangarilla 3McLaren Flat 54 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesMcLaren Flat
- Best for familiesMcLaren Flat
- Best for investmentKangarilla
- Best for best valueMcLaren Flat
- Best for best schoolsMcLaren Flat
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 | Kangarilla | McLaren Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.3/100 | 48.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.3/100 | 51.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.7 / 1k | 5.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 6 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 9.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 14 | 14 |
| Planning activity | 14 | 34 |
| Green cover | 7.4% | 4.7% |
| Population | 905 | 1,625 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kangarilla is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, and McLaren Flat is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace.
On the data, Kangarilla is stronger for tree cover and green space, plus a calmer planning outlook; McLaren Flat answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer McLaren Flat, while Kangarilla remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.