Overall score
Orange
54.9/100
Mount Gambier
67.1/100
Orange vs Mount Gambier suburb comparison (NSW vs SA)
Orange for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
OrangeMount Gambier
Crime rate
Orange
94.4 / 1k
Mount Gambier
67.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Orange
15
Mount Gambier
554
Population
Orange
41,232
Mount Gambier
25,591
Metric leadOrange 4Mount Gambier 6across 10 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.
| Category | Orange | Mount Gambier |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.9/100 | 67.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.7/100 | 55.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 94.4 / 1k | 67.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 20 |
| Parks & reserves | 54 | — |
| Public transport stops | 1,535 | 121 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 15 | 554 |
| Planning activity | 220 | 198 |
| Population | 41,232 | 25,591 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Across states, Orange is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, whereas Mount Gambier is a leafier hillside larger suburb with elevated outlooks. Mount Gambier sits among greener hillside streets, while Orange keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Orange tends to lead on housing affordability and public transport access, while Mount Gambier stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options. Orange generally means more sought-after housing, while Mount Gambier leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Retirees and value-focused buyers may find Orange the better fit, while investors are more likely to prefer Mount Gambier.