Overall score
Malvern
49.0/100
Millswood
47.7/100
Malvern vs Millswood, SA suburb comparison
Millswood for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MalvernMillswood
Crime rate
Malvern
54.3 / 1k
Millswood
29.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Malvern
119
Millswood
176
Population
Malvern
2,713
Millswood
2,173
Metric leadMalvern 4Millswood 41 tiedacross 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
Malvern is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Millswood is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby.
Malvern pulls ahead on public transport access and walkability, whereas Millswood is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Millswood, while Malvern remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.