Overall score
Morphettville
59.9/100
Warradale
60.3/100
Morphettville for investment and value; Warradale for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Morphettville
59.9/100
Warradale
60.3/100
Crime rate
Morphettville
48.5 / 1k
Warradale
27.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Morphettville
87
Warradale
113
Population
Morphettville
3,686
Warradale
5,801
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 | Morphettville | Warradale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.9/100 | 60.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.4/100 | 37.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.5 / 1k | 27.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 31 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 78.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 87 | 113 |
| Planning activity | 39 | 60 |
| Population | 3,686 | 5,801 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 8/10 |
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 and a calmer planning outlook, while Warradale stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Morphettville the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Warradale.