Overall score
Largs Bay
51.2/100
North Haven
60.8/100
Largs Bay vs North Haven, SA suburb comparison
North Haven for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Largs BayNorth Haven
Crime rate
Largs Bay
69.5 / 1k
North Haven
28.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Largs Bay
140
North Haven
346
Population
Largs Bay
4,104
North Haven
5,585
Metric leadLargs Bay 1North Haven 9across 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 familiesNorth Haven
- Best for beach lifestyleNorth Haven
- Best for best valueNorth Haven
- Best for best schoolsNorth Haven
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 | Largs Bay | North Haven |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.2/100 | 60.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.2/100 | 71.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 69.5 / 1k | 28.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 27 |
| Walkability | 55.5/100 | 84.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 140 | 346 |
| Planning activity | 58 | 52 |
| Population | 4,104 | 5,585 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Largs Bay reads as a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone; North Haven is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
Largs Bay pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas North Haven is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Largs Bay if you are weighing retirees; lean toward North Haven for people chasing a beach lifestyle and value-focused buyers.