Overall score
Marion
52.3/100
Seacombe Gardens
39.3/100
Marion vs Seacombe Gardens, SA Suburb Comparison
Marion for retirees and families; Seacombe Gardens for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MarionSeacombe Gardens
Crime rate
Marion
47.5 / 1k
Seacombe Gardens
39.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Marion
193
Seacombe Gardens
66
Population
Marion
4,101
Seacombe Gardens
3,373
Metric leadMarion 6Seacombe Gardens 51 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesMarion
- Best for familiesMarion
- Best for investmentMarion
- Best for best schoolsSeacombe Gardens
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 | Marion | Seacombe Gardens |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.3/100 | 39.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 75.9/100 | 79.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 47.5 / 1k | 39.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 24 | 14 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 40.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 193 | 66 |
| Planning activity | 61 | 45 |
| Green cover | 3.2% | 3.5% |
| Population | 4,101 | 3,373 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Marion is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Seacombe Gardens is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Marion sits closer to the city centre, whereas Seacombe Gardens is in a middle-ring position.
Marion tends to lead on public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, while Seacombe Gardens stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options.
Marion suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Seacombe Gardens is the stronger match for investors and 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.