Overall score
Lyrup
36.6/100
Paringa
46.5/100
Lyrup vs Paringa, SA Suburb Comparison
Paringa for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LyrupParinga
Crime rate
Lyrup
10.1 / 1k
Paringa
11.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lyrup
2
Paringa
94
Population
Lyrup
346
Paringa
1,131
Metric leadLyrup 3Paringa 52 tiedacross 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 | Lyrup | Paringa |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.6/100 | 46.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.7/100 | 48.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 10.1 / 1k | 11.5 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 5.7/100 | 5.7/100 |
| Public transport stops | — | 1 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 30.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 94 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 12 |
| Green cover | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Population | 346 | 1,131 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lyrup is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, and Paringa is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Lyrup tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, while Paringa stands out for housing affordability, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Retirees and families may find Lyrup the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Paringa.
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.