Overall score
Cape Jervis
20.6/100
Normanville
23.2/100
Cape Jervis vs Normanville, SA suburb comparison
Normanville for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Cape JervisNormanville
Crime rate
Cape Jervis
38.0 / 1k
Normanville
26.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cape Jervis
4
Normanville
6
Population
Cape Jervis
343
Normanville
1,965
Metric leadCape Jervis 3Normanville 51 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 retireesNormanville
- Best for familiesNormanville
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 | Normanville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 20.6/100 | 23.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.6/100 | 10.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 38.0 / 1k | 26.5 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 1 |
| Walkability | 4.5/100 | 1.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4 | 6 |
| Planning activity | 11 | 45 |
| Population | 343 | 1,965 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Cape Jervis is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Normanville is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Normanville sits among greener hillside streets, while Cape Jervis keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Cape Jervis is stronger for public transport access and walkability; Normanville answers with a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Normanville, while Cape Jervis remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.