Overall score
Mount Gambier
67.1/100
Yahl
40.4/100
Mount Gambier vs Yahl, SA suburb comparison
Mount Gambier for families and value; Yahl for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Mount GambierYahl
Crime rate
Mount Gambier
67.0 / 1k
Yahl
7.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mount Gambier
554
Yahl
1
Population
Mount Gambier
25,591
Yahl
817
Metric leadMount Gambier 5Yahl 4across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesYahl
- Best for familiesMount Gambier
- Best for investmentYahl
- Best for best valueMount Gambier
- Best for best schoolsMount Gambier
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 | Mount Gambier | Yahl |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 67.1/100 | 40.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.7/100 | 69.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 67.0 / 1k | 7.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 20 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 121 | — |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 554 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 197 | 8 |
| Population | 25,591 | 817 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Mount Gambier is a leafier hillside larger suburb with elevated outlooks, while Yahl is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Mount Gambier sits among greener hillside streets, while Yahl keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Mount Gambier tends to lead on schools and education options and walkability, while Yahl stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Mount Gambier sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Yahl.
Mount Gambier suits families and investors more clearly, whereas Yahl is the stronger match for retirees.