Montacute vs Teringie, SA suburb comparison

Montacute for value; Teringie for retirees and families.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

MontacuteTeringie

Overall score

Montacute

44.6/100

Teringie

43.3/100

Crime rate

Montacute

17.3 / 1k

Teringie

10.4 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Montacute

5

Teringie

27

Population

Montacute

332

Teringie

831

Metric leadMontacute 3Teringie 32 tiedacross 8 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.

CategoryMontacuteTeringie
Overall score44.6/10043.3/100
Housing (desirability)71.4/10042.4/100
Crime rate17.3 / 1k10.4 / 1k
Parks & reserves1
Walkability0.0/1000.0/100
Nearby amenities527
Planning activity413
Population332831
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)10/1010/10

Comparison summary

Montacute reads as a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood; Teringie is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood. Montacute sits within day-trip reach of the capital, whereas Teringie is closer to the city centre.

Montacute tends to lead on housing affordability and overall desirability, while Teringie stands out for a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities.

Value-focused buyers may find Montacute the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Teringie.

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