Overall score
Riverton
37.1/100
Saddleworth
29.9/100
Riverton vs Saddleworth, SA suburb comparison
Riverton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
RivertonSaddleworth
Crime rate
Riverton
16.9 / 1k
Saddleworth
24.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Riverton
0
Saddleworth
10
Population
Riverton
1,029
Saddleworth
483
Metric leadRiverton 6Saddleworth 22 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.
| Category | Riverton | Saddleworth |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.1/100 | 29.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.8/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.9 / 1k | 24.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 4 |
| Walkability | 6.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 10 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 2 |
| Population | 1,029 | 483 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Riverton reads as a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace; Saddleworth is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Riverton tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Saddleworth stands out for nearby cafés and amenities and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Riverton, while Saddleworth remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.