Overall score
Carrickalinga
26.6/100
Yankalilla
48.4/100
Carrickalinga vs Yankalilla, SA suburb comparison
Carrickalinga for beach lifestyle; Yankalilla for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CarrickalingaYankalilla
Crime rate
Carrickalinga
39.1 / 1k
Yankalilla
24.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carrickalinga
2
Yankalilla
32
Population
Carrickalinga
409
Yankalilla
963
Metric leadCarrickalinga 1Yankalilla 7across 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 retireesYankalilla
- Best for familiesYankalilla
- Best for beach lifestyleCarrickalinga
- 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 | Carrickalinga | Yankalilla |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 26.6/100 | 48.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.6/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 39.1 / 1k | 24.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | — | 4 |
| Walkability | 2.0/100 | 54.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 32 |
| Planning activity | 30 | 20 |
| Population | 409 | 963 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Carrickalinga is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm, and Yankalilla is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace. Carrickalinga leans into coastal living, while Yankalilla feels more inland and suburban in character.
On the data, Carrickalinga is stronger for stronger socioeconomic advantage; Yankalilla answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
People chasing a beach lifestyle may find Carrickalinga the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Yankalilla.