Overall score
Port Augusta
40.4/100
Whyalla
51.5/100
Port Augusta vs Whyalla, SA suburb comparison
Port Augusta for schools; Whyalla for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Port AugustaWhyalla
Crime rate
Port Augusta
292.2 / 1k
Whyalla
68.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Port Augusta
50
Whyalla
153
Population
Port Augusta
6,437
Whyalla
3,609
Metric leadPort Augusta 3Whyalla 7across 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 retireesWhyalla
- Best for familiesWhyalla
- Best for investmentWhyalla
- Best for best valueWhyalla
- Best for best schoolsPort Augusta
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 | Port Augusta | Whyalla |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.4/100 | 51.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 25.4/100 | 38.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 292.2 / 1k | 68.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 89 | 53 |
| Walkability | 46.0/100 | 81.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 50 | 153 |
| Planning activity | 43 | 40 |
| Population | 6,437 | 3,609 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Port Augusta is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, and Whyalla is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Port Augusta pulls ahead on schools and education options and public transport access, whereas Whyalla is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Port Augusta if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Whyalla for retirees and families.