Overall score
Carrickalinga
26.6/100
Normanville
23.2/100
Carrickalinga 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
CarrickalingaNormanville
Crime rate
Carrickalinga
39.1 / 1k
Normanville
26.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carrickalinga
2
Normanville
6
Population
Carrickalinga
409
Normanville
1,965
Metric leadCarrickalinga 3Normanville 32 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 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 | Carrickalinga | Normanville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 26.6/100 | 23.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.6/100 | 10.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 39.1 / 1k | 26.5 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | — | 1 |
| Walkability | 2.0/100 | 1.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 6 |
| Planning activity | 30 | 45 |
| Population | 409 | 1,965 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Carrickalinga is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm, and Normanville is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Normanville sits among greener hillside streets, while Carrickalinga keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Carrickalinga pulls ahead on walkability and overall desirability, whereas Normanville is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Normanville, while Carrickalinga remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.