Overall score
Lenswood
43.8/100
Lobethal
62.1/100
Lenswood vs Lobethal, SA suburb comparison
Lobethal for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LenswoodLobethal
Crime rate
Lenswood
23.1 / 1k
Lobethal
12.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lenswood
3
Lobethal
69
Population
Lenswood
534
Lobethal
2,534
Metric leadLenswood 2Lobethal 7across 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.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lenswood is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks, and Lobethal is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood.
Lenswood pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Lobethal is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Lobethal, while Lenswood remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.