Modbury vs St Agnes, SA suburb comparison

Modbury for investment; St Agnes for retirees and families.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

ModburySt Agnes

Overall score

Modbury

66.0/100

St Agnes

65.4/100

Crime rate

Modbury

195.1 / 1k

St Agnes

50.9 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Modbury

290

St Agnes

127

Population

Modbury

5,593

St Agnes

4,233

Metric leadModbury 5St Agnes 5across 10 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.

CategoryModburySt Agnes
Overall score66.0/10065.4/100
Housing (desirability)73.3/10075.1/100
Crime rate195.1 / 1k50.9 / 1k
Schools & preschools34
Public transport stops6128
Walkability100.0/10082.0/100
Nearby amenities290127
Planning activity8140
Population5,5934,233
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)4/105/10

Comparison summary

Modbury is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while St Agnes is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.

On the data, Modbury is stronger for public transport access and walkability; St Agnes answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.

Investors may find Modbury the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer St Agnes.

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