Overall score
Klemzig
51.9/100
Lightsview
48.5/100
Klemzig vs Lightsview, SA Suburb Comparison
Klemzig for retirees and investment; Lightsview for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KlemzigLightsview
Crime rate
Klemzig
61.5 / 1k
Lightsview
43.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Klemzig
205
Lightsview
183
Population
Klemzig
6,713
Lightsview
6,090
Metric leadKlemzig 7Lightsview 31 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesKlemzig
- Best for familiesLightsview
- Best for investmentKlemzig
- Best for best schoolsKlemzig
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 | Klemzig | Lightsview |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.9/100 | 48.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.8/100 | 60.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 61.5 / 1k | 43.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 35 | 14 |
| Walkability | 76.0/100 | 56.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 205 | 183 |
| Planning activity | 100 | 12 |
| Green cover | 11.1% | 4.2% |
| Population | 6,713 | 6,090 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Klemzig is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Lightsview is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Klemzig pulls ahead on public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Lightsview is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook.
Klemzig suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Lightsview is the stronger match for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.