Overall score
Paringa
44.4/100
Renmark South
30.3/100
Paringa vs Renmark South, SA suburb comparison
Paringa for retirees and families; Renmark South for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ParingaRenmark South
Crime rate
Paringa
9.9 / 1k
Renmark South
14.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Paringa
92
Renmark South
0
Population
Paringa
1,131
Renmark South
423
Metric leadParinga 5Renmark South 3across 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesParinga
- Best for familiesParinga
- Best for investmentRenmark South
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 | Paringa | Renmark South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.4/100 | 30.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.5/100 | 56.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 9.9 / 1k | 14.3 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 1 | — |
| Walkability | 30.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 92 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 4 |
| Population | 1,131 | 423 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Paringa reads as a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace; Renmark South is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Paringa tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and walkability, while Renmark South stands out for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Paringa sits in a affordable band, compared with a well priced feel in Renmark South.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Paringa, while Renmark South remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.