Overall score
Cape Jervis
20.6/100
Yankalilla
48.4/100
Cape Jervis vs Yankalilla, SA suburb comparison
Cape Jervis for beach lifestyle; Yankalilla for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Cape JervisYankalilla
Crime rate
Cape Jervis
38.0 / 1k
Yankalilla
24.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cape Jervis
4
Yankalilla
32
Population
Cape Jervis
343
Yankalilla
963
Metric leadCape Jervis 1Yankalilla 8across 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 retireesYankalilla
- Best for familiesYankalilla
- Best for beach lifestyleCape Jervis
- Best for investmentYankalilla
- Best for best valueYankalilla
- Best for best schoolsYankalilla
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 | Yankalilla |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 20.6/100 | 48.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.6/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 38.0 / 1k | 24.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 4 |
| Walkability | 4.5/100 | 54.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4 | 32 |
| Planning activity | 11 | 20 |
| Population | 343 | 963 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Cape Jervis reads as a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living; Yankalilla is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace. Cape Jervis leans into coastal living, while Yankalilla feels more inland and suburban in character.
On the data, Cape Jervis is stronger for a calmer planning outlook; Yankalilla answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Cape Jervis if you are weighing people chasing a beach lifestyle; lean toward Yankalilla for retirees and families.