Overall score
Morphett Vale
48.2/100
Reynella
45.3/100
Morphett Vale for retirees; 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
Reynella
45.3/100
Crime rate
Morphett Vale
55.9 / 1k
Reynella
34.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Morphett Vale
325
Reynella
165
Population
Morphett Vale
24,002
Reynella
4,836
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.2/100 | 45.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.5/100 | 75.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.9 / 1k | 34.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 132 | 26 |
| Walkability | 92.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 325 | 165 |
| Planning activity | 348 | 69 |
| Green cover | 14.7% | 3.5% |
| Population | 24,002 | 4,836 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Morphett Vale reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Reynella is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Morphett Vale pulls ahead on housing affordability, schools and education options, and public transport access, whereas Reynella is the better pick for a quieter safety profile, a calmer planning outlook, and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Choose Morphett Vale if you are weighing value-focused buyers; lean toward Reynella for retirees, families, and households prioritising schools.
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.