Overall score
Modbury North
60.8/100
Wynn Vale
72.3/100
Modbury North vs Wynn Vale, SA suburb comparison
Modbury North for investment; Wynn Vale for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Modbury NorthWynn Vale
Crime rate
Modbury North
29.7 / 1k
Wynn Vale
16.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Modbury North
108
Wynn Vale
129
Population
Modbury North
5,704
Wynn Vale
7,865
Metric leadModbury North 0Wynn Vale 10across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWynn Vale
- Best for familiesWynn Vale
- Best for investmentModbury North
- Best for best valueWynn Vale
- Best for best schoolsWynn Vale
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 | Modbury North | Wynn Vale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.8/100 | 72.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 73.6/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.7 / 1k | 16.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 40 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 108 | 129 |
| Planning activity | 68 | 55 |
| Population | 5,704 | 7,865 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Modbury North is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Wynn Vale is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Modbury North is stronger for excellent public transport and generous parks and open space; Wynn Vale answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Wynn Vale, while Modbury North remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.