Overall score
Curramulka
30.4/100
Minlaton
35.2/100
Curramulka for retirees; Minlaton for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Curramulka
30.4/100
Minlaton
35.2/100
Crime rate
Curramulka
6.3 / 1k
Minlaton
14.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Curramulka
0
Minlaton
0
Population
Curramulka
304
Minlaton
1,018
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Curramulka | Minlaton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 30.4/100 | 35.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 25.4/100 | 49.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 6.3 / 1k | 14.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | — | 2 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 7 |
| Population | 304 | 1,018 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 2/10 |
Put side by side, Curramulka is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, and Minlaton is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone. Minlaton leans into coastal living, while Curramulka feels more inland and suburban in character.
Curramulka tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, while Minlaton stands out for housing affordability and schools and education options. Curramulka generally means more mid-market housing value, while Minlaton leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Choose Curramulka if you are weighing retirees; lean toward Minlaton for families and people chasing a beach lifestyle.