Overall score
Mawson Lakes
47.4/100
Pooraka
31.7/100
Mawson Lakes vs Pooraka, SA Suburb Comparison
Mawson Lakes for retirees and families; Pooraka for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Mawson LakesPooraka
Crime rate
Mawson Lakes
55.7 / 1k
Pooraka
90.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mawson Lakes
564
Pooraka
193
Population
Mawson Lakes
13,794
Pooraka
7,583
Metric leadMawson Lakes 8Pooraka 22 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 retireesMawson Lakes
- Best for familiesMawson Lakes
- Best for investmentPooraka
- Best for best valuePooraka
- Best for best schoolsMawson Lakes
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 | Mawson Lakes | Pooraka |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.4/100 | 31.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.5/100 | 67.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.7 / 1k | 90.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 61 | 59 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 564 | 193 |
| Planning activity | 51 | 66 |
| Green cover | 2.1% | 7.1% |
| Population | 13,794 | 7,583 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Mawson Lakes is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Pooraka is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Mawson Lakes is stronger for a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and walkability; Pooraka answers with housing affordability, plus tree cover and green space.
Retirees, families, and households prioritising schools may find Mawson Lakes the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Pooraka.
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.