Overall score
Myrtle Bank
41.4/100
Unley
57.5/100
Myrtle Bank vs Unley, SA suburb comparison
Myrtle Bank for families and schools; Unley for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Myrtle BankUnley
Crime rate
Myrtle Bank
21.3 / 1k
Unley
63.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Myrtle Bank
116
Unley
321
Population
Myrtle Bank
3,158
Unley
3,997
Metric leadMyrtle Bank 3Unley 52 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesMyrtle Bank
- Best for best valueUnley
- Best for best schoolsMyrtle Bank
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 | Myrtle Bank | Unley |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.4/100 | 57.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 19.4/100 | 18.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 21.3 / 1k | 63.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 10 | 20 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 116 | 321 |
| Planning activity | 27 | 65 |
| Population | 3,158 | 3,997 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Myrtle Bank is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Unley is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Myrtle Bank tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Unley stands out for public transport access and walkability.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Myrtle Bank the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Unley.