Overall score
Semaphore
54.7/100
West Lakes
48.3/100
Semaphore vs West Lakes, SA Suburb Comparison
Semaphore for retirees and beach lifestyle; West Lakes for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SemaphoreWest Lakes
Crime rate
Semaphore
67.3 / 1k
West Lakes
112.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Semaphore
370
West Lakes
449
Population
Semaphore
2,749
West Lakes
6,768
Metric leadSemaphore 4West Lakes 61 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesSemaphore
- Best for beach lifestyleSemaphore
- Best for investmentWest Lakes
- Best for best schoolsSemaphore
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 | Semaphore | West Lakes |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.7/100 | 48.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.8/100 | 78.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 67.3 / 1k | 112.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 44 |
| Walkability | 91.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 370 | 449 |
| Planning activity | 47 | 168 |
| Green cover | 2.9% | 3.6% |
| Population | 2,749 | 6,768 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Semaphore is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone, while West Lakes is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Semaphore pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile, walkability, and a calmer planning outlook, whereas West Lakes is the better pick for housing affordability, public transport access, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Semaphore suits retirees, families, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas West Lakes is the stronger match for value-focused buyers.
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.