Overall score
Ob Flat
43.7/100
Yahl
40.4/100
Ob Flat vs Yahl, SA suburb comparison
Ob Flat for families and value; Yahl for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Ob FlatYahl
Crime rate
Ob Flat
14.7 / 1k
Yahl
7.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ob Flat
0
Yahl
1
Population
Ob Flat
470
Yahl
817
Metric leadOb Flat 3Yahl 41 tiedacross 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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.
Comparison summary
Ob Flat is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace, while Yahl is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Ob Flat tends to lead on housing affordability and overall desirability, while Yahl stands out for a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Ob Flat sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Yahl.
Ob Flat suits families and investors more clearly, whereas Yahl is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.