Overall score
Kensington
45.4/100
Payneham South
41.1/100
Kensington vs Payneham South, SA suburb comparison
Kensington for investment; Payneham South for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KensingtonPayneham South
Crime rate
Kensington
31.6 / 1k
Payneham South
31.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kensington
79
Payneham South
29
Population
Kensington
1,808
Payneham South
1,731
Metric leadKensington 5Payneham South 22 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesPayneham South
- Best for investmentKensington
- Best for best valuePayneham South
- Best for best schoolsPayneham South
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 | Kensington | Payneham South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.4/100 | 41.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 21.4/100 | 32.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 31.6 / 1k | 31.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 8 |
| Walkability | 20.0/100 | 14.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 79 | 29 |
| Planning activity | 18 | 20 |
| Population | 1,808 | 1,731 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Kensington is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Payneham South is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
On the data, Kensington is stronger for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities; Payneham South answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Kensington suits investors more clearly, whereas Payneham South is the stronger match for families and value-focused buyers.