Overall score
Paralowie
61.6/100
Salisbury
60.3/100
Paralowie vs Salisbury, SA suburb comparison
Paralowie for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ParalowieSalisbury
Crime rate
Paralowie
56.3 / 1k
Salisbury
161.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Paralowie
163
Salisbury
454
Population
Paralowie
17,504
Salisbury
8,841
Metric leadParalowie 6Salisbury 31 tiedacross 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.
Comparison summary
Paralowie reads as an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Salisbury is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Paralowie tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Salisbury stands out for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Paralowie, while Salisbury remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.