Overall score
Klemzig
51.9/100
Oakden
39.9/100
Klemzig vs Oakden, SA Suburb Comparison
Klemzig for retirees and investment; Oakden for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KlemzigOakden
Crime rate
Klemzig
61.5 / 1k
Oakden
44.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Klemzig
205
Oakden
178
Population
Klemzig
6,713
Oakden
3,583
Metric leadKlemzig 8Oakden 21 tiedacross 11 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.
| Category | Klemzig | Oakden |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.9/100 | 39.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.8/100 | 71.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 61.5 / 1k | 44.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 35 | 15 |
| Walkability | 76.0/100 | 24.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 205 | 178 |
| Planning activity | 100 | 26 |
| Green cover | 11.1% | 8.2% |
| Population | 6,713 | 3,583 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Klemzig is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Oakden is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Klemzig tends to lead on public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, while Oakden stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook.
Klemzig suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Oakden is the stronger match for retirees and investors.
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.