Overall score
Hackham
52.8/100
Noarlunga Downs
46.7/100
Hackham vs Noarlunga Downs, SA suburb comparison
Hackham for investment; Noarlunga Downs for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HackhamNoarlunga Downs
Crime rate
Hackham
42.7 / 1k
Noarlunga Downs
54.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hackham
93
Noarlunga Downs
82
Population
Hackham
4,491
Noarlunga Downs
4,031
Metric leadHackham 6Noarlunga Downs 31 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesNoarlunga Downs
- Best for familiesNoarlunga Downs
- Best for investmentHackham
- Best for best schoolsNoarlunga Downs
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 | Hackham | Noarlunga Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.8/100 | 46.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.4/100 | 77.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 42.7 / 1k | 54.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 34 |
| Walkability | 75.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 93 | 82 |
| Planning activity | 32 | 37 |
| Population | 4,491 | 4,031 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Hackham is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Noarlunga Downs is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Hackham pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and walkability, whereas Noarlunga Downs is the better pick for housing affordability and public transport access.
Hackham suits investors more clearly, whereas Noarlunga Downs is the stronger match for retirees and families.