Overall score
Largs North
49.8/100
Semaphore
53.9/100
Largs North vs Semaphore, SA suburb comparison
Largs North for retirees and investment; Semaphore for beach lifestyle and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Largs NorthSemaphore
Crime rate
Largs North
35.6 / 1k
Semaphore
92.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Largs North
97
Semaphore
366
Population
Largs North
4,005
Semaphore
2,749
Metric leadLargs North 5Semaphore 4across 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 retireesLargs North
- Best for beach lifestyleSemaphore
- Best for investmentLargs North
- Best for best valueLargs North
- Best for best schoolsSemaphore
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 | Largs North | Semaphore |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.8/100 | 53.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 73.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 35.6 / 1k | 92.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 14 |
| Walkability | 34.0/100 | 91.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 97 | 366 |
| Planning activity | 34 | 38 |
| Population | 4,005 | 2,749 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Largs North is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Semaphore is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
Largs North pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Semaphore is the better pick for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
Largs North suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Semaphore is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle and households prioritising schools.