Overall score
Old Reynella
65.3/100
Woodcroft
60.5/100
Old Reynella vs Woodcroft, SA suburb comparison
Old Reynella for families and value; Woodcroft for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Old ReynellaWoodcroft
Crime rate
Old Reynella
55.6 / 1k
Woodcroft
23.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Old Reynella
187
Woodcroft
102
Population
Old Reynella
3,458
Woodcroft
11,326
Metric leadOld Reynella 6Woodcroft 4across 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 familiesOld Reynella
- Best for investmentWoodcroft
- Best for best valueOld 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 | Woodcroft |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 65.3/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 81.2/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.6 / 1k | 23.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 39 | 36 |
| Walkability | 94.0/100 | 80.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 187 | 102 |
| Planning activity | 41 | 81 |
| Population | 3,458 | 11,326 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Old Reynella is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Woodcroft is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Old Reynella tends to lead on housing affordability and public transport access, while Woodcroft stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
Families and value-focused buyers may find Old Reynella the better fit, while investors are more likely to prefer Woodcroft.