Overall score
Lewiston
33.7/100
Mallala
30.0/100
Lewiston vs Mallala, SA Suburb Comparison
Lewiston for retirees and families; Mallala for investment and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LewistonMallala
Crime rate
Lewiston
16.5 / 1k
Mallala
39.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lewiston
6
Mallala
4
Population
Lewiston
3,275
Mallala
1,042
Metric leadLewiston 7Mallala 3across 10 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 | Lewiston | Mallala |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 33.7/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.5/100 | 55.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.5 / 1k | 39.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 15.5/100 |
| Public transport stops | — | 2 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 4 |
| Planning activity | 99 | 38 |
| Green cover | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Population | 3,275 | 1,042 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lewiston is a more rural mid-sized suburb that rewards people who want room to breathe, and Mallala is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Lewiston sits within day-trip reach of the capital, whereas Mallala is more regionally self-contained.
On the data, Lewiston is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and nearby cafés and amenities; Mallala answers with walkability and a calmer planning outlook. Lewiston generally means more sought-after housing, while Mallala leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Lewiston suits retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Mallala is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.
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.