Overall score
Morphett Vale
48.2/100
Pakenham
46.8/100
Morphett Vale vs Pakenham Suburb Comparison (SA vs VIC)
Morphett Vale for families and investment; Pakenham for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Morphett ValePakenham
Crime rate
Morphett Vale
55.9 / 1k
Pakenham
81.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Morphett Vale
325
Pakenham
488
Population
Morphett Vale
24,002
Pakenham
54,118
Metric leadMorphett Vale 6Pakenham 6across 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesPakenham
- Best for familiesMorphett Vale
- Best for investmentMorphett 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 | Pakenham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.2/100 | 46.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.5/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.9 / 1k | 81.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 24 |
| Public transport stops | 132 | 258 |
| Walkability | 92.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 325 | 488 |
| Planning activity | 348 | 494 |
| Green cover | 14.7% | 4.4% |
| Population | 24,002 | 54,118 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Morphett Vale (SA) is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Pakenham (VIC) is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Morphett Vale tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and a calmer planning outlook, while Pakenham stands out for housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability. Morphett Vale generally means more sought-after housing, while Pakenham leans toward housing toward the upper end of the market.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Pakenham, while Morphett Vale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.