Overall score
Wingfield
39.1/100
Woodville Gardens
45.9/100
Wingfield vs Woodville Gardens, SA suburb comparison
Woodville Gardens for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
WingfieldWoodville Gardens
Crime rate
Wingfield
445.9 / 1k
Woodville Gardens
81.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Wingfield
192
Woodville Gardens
62
Population
Wingfield
440
Woodville Gardens
2,412
Metric leadWingfield 1Woodville Gardens 71 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWoodville Gardens
- Best for familiesWoodville Gardens
- Best for investmentWoodville Gardens
- Best for best valueWoodville Gardens
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 | Wingfield | Woodville Gardens |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.1/100 | 45.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.0/100 | 75.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 445.9 / 1k | 81.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 13 |
| Walkability | 18.0/100 | 40.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 192 | 62 |
| Planning activity | 38 | 32 |
| Population | 440 | 2,412 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Wingfield is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Woodville Gardens is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby. Wingfield sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Woodville Gardens is closer to the city centre.
Wingfield pulls ahead on nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Woodville Gardens is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Woodville Gardens, while Wingfield remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.