Overall score
Seaton
41.3/100
Tennyson
44.0/100
Seaton vs Tennyson, SA Suburb Comparison
Seaton for investment and value; Tennyson for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SeatonTennyson
Crime rate
Seaton
64.7 / 1k
Tennyson
43.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Seaton
226
Tennyson
93
Population
Seaton
10,877
Tennyson
1,137
Metric leadSeaton 5Tennyson 51 tiedacross 11 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 | Seaton | Tennyson |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.3/100 | 44.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.1/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.7 / 1k | 43.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 51 | 12 |
| Walkability | 63.0/100 | 18.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 226 | 93 |
| Planning activity | 136 | 14 |
| Green cover | 2.3% | 5.0% |
| Population | 10,877 | 1,137 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Seaton is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Tennyson is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm. Where Tennyson is shaped by the coast, Seaton offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Seaton tends to lead on housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability, while Tennyson stands out for a quieter safety profile, tree cover and green space, and a calmer planning outlook.
Seaton suits investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Tennyson is the stronger match for retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.