Overall score
Morphett Vale
66.7/100
Onkaparinga Hills
38.5/100
Morphett Vale vs Onkaparinga Hills, SA suburb comparison
Morphett Vale for families and investment; Onkaparinga Hills for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Morphett ValeOnkaparinga Hills
Crime rate
Morphett Vale
59.5 / 1k
Onkaparinga Hills
18.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Morphett Vale
319
Onkaparinga Hills
0
Population
Morphett Vale
24,002
Onkaparinga Hills
2,610
Metric leadMorphett Vale 6Onkaparinga Hills 3across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesOnkaparinga Hills
- Best for familiesMorphett Vale
- Best for investmentMorphett Vale
- Best for best valueMorphett Vale
- Best for best schoolsMorphett 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 | Morphett Vale | Onkaparinga Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 66.7/100 | 38.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.3/100 | 58.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.5 / 1k | 18.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | — |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 132 | 4 |
| Walkability | 92.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 319 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 287 | 40 |
| Population | 24,002 | 2,610 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Morphett Vale is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Onkaparinga Hills is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks. Onkaparinga Hills sits among greener hillside streets, while Morphett Vale keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Morphett Vale pulls ahead on housing affordability and public transport access, whereas Onkaparinga Hills is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Morphett Vale sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Onkaparinga Hills.
Morphett Vale suits families and investors more clearly, whereas Onkaparinga Hills is the stronger match for retirees.