Overall score
Noarlunga Downs
46.7/100
Port Noarlunga South
50.3/100
Noarlunga Downs vs Port Noarlunga South, SA suburb comparison
Port Noarlunga South for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Noarlunga DownsPort Noarlunga South
Crime rate
Noarlunga Downs
54.7 / 1k
Port Noarlunga South
23.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Noarlunga Downs
82
Port Noarlunga South
93
Population
Noarlunga Downs
4,031
Port Noarlunga South
3,058
Metric leadNoarlunga Downs 4Port Noarlunga South 51 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 retireesPort Noarlunga South
- Best for familiesPort Noarlunga South
- Best for beach lifestylePort Noarlunga South
- Best for investmentPort Noarlunga South
- Best for best schoolsPort Noarlunga South
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 | Port Noarlunga South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.7/100 | 50.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.5/100 | 74.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.7 / 1k | 23.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 20 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 82 | 93 |
| Planning activity | 37 | 118 |
| Population | 4,031 | 3,058 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Noarlunga Downs is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Port Noarlunga South is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Port Noarlunga South leans into coastal living, while Noarlunga Downs feels more inland and suburban in character.
Noarlunga Downs tends to lead on housing affordability and public transport access, while Port Noarlunga South stands out for a quieter safety profile and walkability. On housing, Noarlunga Downs sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Port Noarlunga South.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Port Noarlunga South, while Noarlunga Downs remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.