Overall score
Aldinga
45.7/100
Willunga South
36.1/100
Aldinga vs Willunga South, SA suburb comparison
Aldinga for families and schools; Willunga South for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AldingaWillunga South
Crime rate
Aldinga
110.4 / 1k
Willunga South
27.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aldinga
71
Willunga South
1
Population
Aldinga
764
Willunga South
470
Metric leadAldinga 4Willunga South 4across 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWillunga South
- Best for familiesAldinga
- Best for investmentWillunga South
- Best for best schoolsAldinga
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 | Aldinga | Willunga South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.7/100 | 36.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 30.8/100 | 38.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 110.4 / 1k | 27.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | — |
| Public transport stops | 18 | — |
| Walkability | 79.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 71 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 5 |
| Population | 764 | 470 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Aldinga is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Willunga South is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Aldinga sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Willunga South is within day-trip reach of the capital.
Aldinga pulls ahead on walkability and nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Willunga South is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Aldinga generally means more mid-market housing value, while Willunga South leans toward more sought-after housing.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Aldinga the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Willunga South.