Overall score
Chiton
35.5/100
Port Elliot
34.3/100
Chiton vs Port Elliot, SA suburb comparison
Chiton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ChitonPort Elliot
Crime rate
Chiton
10.2 / 1k
Port Elliot
21.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Chiton
11
Port Elliot
6
Population
Chiton
440
Port Elliot
2,251
Metric leadChiton 5Port Elliot 21 tiedacross 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Chiton | Port Elliot |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.5/100 | 34.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.6/100 | 10.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 10.2 / 1k | 21.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | — | 2 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 11 | 6 |
| Planning activity | 16 | 56 |
| Population | 440 | 2,251 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Chiton is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone, and Port Elliot is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
Chiton tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities, while Port Elliot stands out for walkability and overall desirability. On housing, Chiton sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Port Elliot.
Choose Chiton if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Port Elliot for investors.