Overall score
Lobethal
62.1/100
Mount Torrens
33.9/100
Lobethal vs Mount Torrens, SA suburb comparison
Lobethal for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LobethalMount Torrens
Crime rate
Lobethal
12.7 / 1k
Mount Torrens
9.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lobethal
69
Mount Torrens
2
Population
Lobethal
2,534
Mount Torrens
768
Metric leadLobethal 6Mount Torrens 3across 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.
| Category | Lobethal | Mount Torrens |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.1/100 | 33.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 79.0/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 12.7 / 1k | 9.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 4 |
| Walkability | 58.5/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 69 | 2 |
| Planning activity | 44 | 13 |
| Population | 2,534 | 768 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Lobethal is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood, while Mount Torrens is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks.
Lobethal pulls ahead on housing affordability and public transport access, whereas Mount Torrens is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Lobethal, while Mount Torrens remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.