Penfield vs Waterloo Corner, SA suburb comparison
Which suburb suits you better?
Side-by-side comparison of 16 categories from official government and open data.
| Category | Penfield | Waterloo Corner |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 14.9/100 | 20.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 17.6/100 | 9.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 111.4 / 1k | 91.6 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 7 |
| Walkability | 9.0/100 | 10.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 6 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 13 |
| Population | 422 | 1,103 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Quick verdicts
- Best for retireesWaterloo Corner
- Best for investmentWaterloo Corner
Comparison summary
Penfield and Waterloo Corner offer different strengths across official suburb data. Waterloo Corner leads on more comparison categories overall. Overall score favours Waterloo Corner; Housing (desirability) favours Penfield; Crime rate favours Waterloo Corner. Quick verdicts: Retirees → Waterloo Corner, Investment → Waterloo Corner.