Minlaton vs Warooka, SA suburb comparison

Minlaton for beach lifestyle and investment; Warooka for retirees and families.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

MinlatonWarooka

Overall score

Minlaton

29.0/100

Warooka

21.6/100

Crime rate

Minlaton

25.5 / 1k

Warooka

12.8 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Minlaton

0

Warooka

0

Population

Minlaton

1,018

Warooka

360

Metric leadMinlaton 4Warooka 24 tiedacross 10 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.

CategoryMinlatonWarooka
Overall score29.0/10021.6/100
Housing (desirability)49.3/10028.8/100
Crime rate25.5 / 1k12.8 / 1k
Schools & preschools22
Public transport stops22
Walkability3.0/1003.0/100
Nearby amenities00
Planning activity73
Population1,018360
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)2/101/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Minlaton is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone, and Warooka is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone. Minlaton sits further into the wider countryside, whereas Warooka is more remote from the capital.

On the data, Minlaton is stronger for housing affordability and overall desirability; Warooka answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.

Choose Minlaton if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward Warooka for retirees and families.

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