Overall score
Noarlunga Downs
46.7/100
Old Noarlunga
39.8/100
Noarlunga Downs vs Old Noarlunga, SA suburb comparison
Noarlunga Downs for retirees and families; Old Noarlunga for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Noarlunga DownsOld Noarlunga
Crime rate
Noarlunga Downs
54.7 / 1k
Old Noarlunga
82.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Noarlunga Downs
82
Old Noarlunga
60
Population
Noarlunga Downs
4,031
Old Noarlunga
1,531
Metric leadNoarlunga Downs 7Old Noarlunga 21 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 investmentOld Noarlunga
- Best for best valueNoarlunga 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 | Noarlunga Downs | Old Noarlunga |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.7/100 | 39.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.5/100 | 66.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.7 / 1k | 82.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 15 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 38.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 82 | 60 |
| Planning activity | 37 | 25 |
| 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 and a quieter safety profile; Old Noarlunga answers with walkability and a calmer planning outlook.
Noarlunga Downs suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Old Noarlunga is the stronger match for investors.