Overall score
Morphett Vale
48.2/100
Reynella East
42.8/100
Morphett Vale for retirees and value; Reynella East for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Morphett Vale
48.2/100
Reynella East
42.8/100
Crime rate
Morphett Vale
55.9 / 1k
Reynella East
29.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Morphett Vale
325
Reynella East
78
Population
Morphett Vale
24,002
Reynella East
1,990
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 | Reynella East |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.2/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.5/100 | 80.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.9 / 1k | 29.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 132 | 16 |
| Walkability | 92.0/100 | 24.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 325 | 78 |
| Planning activity | 348 | 22 |
| Green cover | 14.7% | 26.9% |
| Population | 24,002 | 1,990 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Morphett Vale reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Reynella East is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby.
Morphett Vale tends to lead on housing affordability, schools and education options, and public transport access, while Reynella East stands out for a quieter safety profile, tree cover and green space, and a calmer planning outlook.
Choose Morphett Vale if you are weighing value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools; lean toward Reynella East 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.