Overall score
Noarlunga Downs
35.5/100
Old Noarlunga
33.1/100
Noarlunga Downs vs Old Noarlunga, SA Suburb Comparison
Noarlunga Downs for retirees and families; Old Noarlunga for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Noarlunga DownsOld Noarlunga
Crime rate
Noarlunga Downs
43.6 / 1k
Old Noarlunga
99.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Noarlunga Downs
89
Old Noarlunga
61
Population
Noarlunga Downs
4,031
Old Noarlunga
1,531
Metric leadNoarlunga Downs 8Old Noarlunga 22 tiedacross 12 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 investmentNoarlunga Downs
- Best for best schoolsOld Noarlunga
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 | Noarlunga Downs | Old Noarlunga |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.5/100 | 33.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.9/100 | 67.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.6 / 1k | 99.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 15 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 38.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 89 | 61 |
| Planning activity | 43 | 26 |
| Green cover | 3.9% | 0.4% |
| Population | 4,031 | 1,531 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Noarlunga Downs is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Old Noarlunga is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Noarlunga Downs is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options; Old Noarlunga answers with walkability and a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Noarlunga Downs sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Old Noarlunga.
Noarlunga Downs suits retirees, families, and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Old Noarlunga is the stronger match for investors.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.