Overall score
Old Reynella
65.3/100
Onkaparinga Hills
38.5/100
Old Reynella vs Onkaparinga Hills, SA suburb comparison
Old Reynella for families and value; Onkaparinga Hills for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Old ReynellaOnkaparinga Hills
Crime rate
Old Reynella
55.6 / 1k
Onkaparinga Hills
18.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Old Reynella
187
Onkaparinga Hills
0
Population
Old Reynella
3,458
Onkaparinga Hills
2,610
Metric leadOld Reynella 6Onkaparinga Hills 3across 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 familiesOld Reynella
- Best for investmentOnkaparinga Hills
- Best for best valueOld Reynella
- Best for best schoolsOld Reynella
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 | Old Reynella | Onkaparinga Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 65.3/100 | 38.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 81.2/100 | 58.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.6 / 1k | 18.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 39 | 4 |
| Walkability | 94.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 187 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 41 | 40 |
| Population | 3,458 | 2,610 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Old Reynella is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Onkaparinga Hills is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks. Onkaparinga Hills sits among greener hillside streets, while Old Reynella keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Old Reynella is stronger for housing affordability and public transport access; Onkaparinga Hills answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
Old Reynella suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Onkaparinga Hills is the stronger match for investors.