Marleston vs Mile End, SA Suburb Comparison

Marleston for families and investment; Mile End for schools.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

MarlestonMile End

Overall score

Marleston

43.0/100

Mile End

46.6/100

Crime rate

Marleston

55.9 / 1k

Mile End

104.6 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Marleston

132

Mile End

195

Population

Marleston

1,950

Mile End

4,536

Metric leadMarleston 4Mile End 61 tiedacross 11 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

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.

CategoryMarlestonMile End
Overall score43.0/10046.6/100
Housing (desirability)68.7/10057.1/100
Crime rate55.9 / 1k104.6 / 1k
Schools & preschools1—
Weather (desirability)56.4/10056.4/100
Public transport stops1314
Walkability40.5/10075.0/100
Nearby amenities132195
Planning activity3454
Green cover2.2%1.2%
Population1,9504,536
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)5/107/10

Comparison summary

Marleston is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, while Mile End is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.

Marleston tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and tree cover and green space, while Mile End stands out for public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Marleston sits in a gently premium band, compared with a expensive feel in Mile End.

Marleston suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Mile End 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.

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