Keswick vs Mile End, SA suburb comparison

Mile End for retirees and value.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

KeswickMile End

Overall score

Keswick

38.9/100

Mile End

53.3/100

Crime rate

Keswick

108.5 / 1k

Mile End

89.6 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Keswick

119

Mile End

192

Population

Keswick

754

Mile End

4,536

Metric leadKeswick 1Mile End 8across 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.

CategoryKeswickMile End
Overall score38.9/10053.3/100
Housing (desirability)17.1/10036.7/100
Crime rate108.5 / 1k89.6 / 1k
Schools & preschools2
Public transport stops914
Walkability17.5/10075.0/100
Nearby amenities119192
Planning activity1341
Population7544,536
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)6/107/10

Comparison summary

Keswick is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, while Mile End is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.

Keswick tends to lead on a calmer planning outlook, while Mile End stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.

On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Mile End, while Keswick remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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