Overall score
Montacute
44.6/100
Norton Summit
38.3/100
Montacute vs Norton Summit, SA suburb comparison
Montacute for value; Norton Summit for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MontacuteNorton Summit
Crime rate
Montacute
17.3 / 1k
Norton Summit
10.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Montacute
5
Norton Summit
17
Population
Montacute
332
Norton Summit
548
Metric leadMontacute 3Norton Summit 41 tiedacross 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesNorton Summit
- Best for familiesNorton Summit
- Best for best valueMontacute
- Best for best schoolsNorton Summit
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 | Montacute | Norton Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.6/100 | 38.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.4/100 | 25.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 17.3 / 1k | 10.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 2.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 5 | 17 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 9 |
| Population | 332 | 548 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Montacute is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, while Norton Summit is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace. Montacute sits within day-trip reach of the capital, whereas Norton Summit is in a middle-ring position.
Montacute tends to lead on housing affordability and overall desirability, while Norton Summit stands out for a quieter safety profile and walkability.
Montacute suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Norton Summit is the stronger match for retirees and families.