Overall score
Morphett Vale
48.2/100
Old Reynella
53.5/100
Morphett Vale for investment; Old Reynella for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Morphett Vale
48.2/100
Old Reynella
53.5/100
Crime rate
Morphett Vale
55.9 / 1k
Old Reynella
57.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Morphett Vale
325
Old Reynella
192
Population
Morphett Vale
24,002
Old Reynella
3,458
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Morphett Vale | Old Reynella |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.2/100 | 53.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.5/100 | 73.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.9 / 1k | 57.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 132 | 39 |
| Walkability | 92.0/100 | 94.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 325 | 192 |
| Planning activity | 348 | 52 |
| Green cover | 14.7% | 10.5% |
| Population | 24,002 | 3,458 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 4/10 |
Morphett Vale reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Old Reynella is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Morphett Vale pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and public transport access, whereas Old Reynella is the better pick for housing affordability, walkability, and a calmer planning outlook.
Morphett Vale suits families, investors, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Old Reynella is the stronger match for retirees.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.