Overall score
Melrose
34.6/100
Port Germein
8.3/100
Melrose vs Port Germein, SA suburb comparison
Melrose for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MelrosePort Germein
Crime rate
Melrose
5.7 / 1k
Port Germein
40.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Melrose
15
Port Germein
0
Population
Melrose
342
Port Germein
368
Metric leadMelrose 5Port Germein 4across 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.
| Category | Melrose | Port Germein |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.6/100 | 8.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 12.2/100 | 2.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 5.7 / 1k | 40.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 1 | 3 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 4.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 15 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 8 | 4 |
| Population | 342 | 368 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Melrose is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Port Germein is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Melrose tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Port Germein stands out for public transport access and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Melrose, while Port Germein remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.