Overall score
Morphettville
45.0/100
Warradale
50.1/100
Morphettville vs Warradale, SA Suburb Comparison
Morphettville for families and investment; Warradale for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MorphettvilleWarradale
Crime rate
Morphettville
51.1 / 1k
Warradale
27.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Morphettville
91
Warradale
115
Population
Morphettville
3,686
Warradale
5,801
Metric leadMorphettville 3Warradale 71 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWarradale
- Best for familiesMorphettville
- Best for investmentMorphettville
- Best for best valueMorphettville
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 | Morphettville | Warradale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.0/100 | 50.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 79.5/100 | 66.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 51.1 / 1k | 27.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 31 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 78.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 91 | 115 |
| Planning activity | 51 | 75 |
| Green cover | 4.6% | 1.9% |
| Population | 3,686 | 5,801 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Morphettville is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Warradale is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Morphettville sits closer to the city centre, whereas Warradale is in a middle-ring position.
Morphettville tends to lead on housing affordability, tree cover and green space, and overall desirability, while Warradale stands out for a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and walkability.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Morphettville the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Warradale.
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.