Overall score
Cape Jervis
20.6/100
Carrickalinga
26.6/100
Cape Jervis vs Carrickalinga, SA suburb comparison
Carrickalinga for retirees and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Cape JervisCarrickalinga
Crime rate
Cape Jervis
38.0 / 1k
Carrickalinga
39.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cape Jervis
4
Carrickalinga
2
Population
Cape Jervis
343
Carrickalinga
409
Metric leadCape Jervis 4Carrickalinga 31 tiedacross 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 retireesCarrickalinga
- Best for beach lifestyleCarrickalinga
- Best for best valueCarrickalinga
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 | Cape Jervis | Carrickalinga |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 20.6/100 | 26.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.6/100 | 10.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 38.0 / 1k | 39.1 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 3 | — |
| Walkability | 4.5/100 | 2.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4 | 2 |
| Planning activity | 11 | 30 |
| Population | 343 | 409 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Cape Jervis reads as a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living; Carrickalinga is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm. Cape Jervis sits on a more distant stretch of coast, whereas Carrickalinga is firmly coastal.
On the data, Cape Jervis is stronger for a quieter safety profile and walkability; Carrickalinga answers with overall desirability and a larger local community.
On balance, retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Carrickalinga, while Cape Jervis remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.