Overall score
Aldinga
45.7/100
Whites Valley
25.8/100
Aldinga for families and value; Whites Valley for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Aldinga
45.7/100
Whites Valley
25.8/100
Crime rate
Aldinga
110.4 / 1k
Whites Valley
32.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aldinga
71
Whites Valley
0
Population
Aldinga
764
Whites Valley
313
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Aldinga | Whites Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.7/100 | 25.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 30.8/100 | 34.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 110.4 / 1k | 32.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | — |
| Public transport stops | 18 | 5 |
| Walkability | 79.0/100 | 7.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 71 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 12 |
| Population | 764 | 313 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 7/10 |
Aldinga is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Whites Valley is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Aldinga sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Whites Valley is further out with more breathing room.
Aldinga pulls ahead on public transport access and walkability, whereas Whites Valley is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Aldinga sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Whites Valley.
Aldinga suits families and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Whites Valley is the stronger match for retirees and investors.