Port Augusta vs Whyalla, SA suburb comparison
Which suburb suits you better?
Side-by-side comparison of 16 categories from official government and open data.
| Category | Port Augusta | Whyalla |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.4/100 | 52.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 25.4/100 | 38.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 419.6 / 1k | 69.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 89 | 53 |
| Walkability | 46.0/100 | 81.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 50 | 153 |
| Planning activity | 38 | 35 |
| Population | 6,437 | 3,609 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 4/10 |
Quick verdicts
- Best for retireesWhyalla
- Best for familiesWhyalla
- Best for investmentWhyalla
- Best for best valueWhyalla
- Best for best schoolsPort Augusta
Comparison summary
Port Augusta and Whyalla offer different strengths across official suburb data. Whyalla leads on more comparison categories overall. Overall score favours Whyalla; Housing (desirability) favours Whyalla; Crime rate favours Whyalla. Quick verdicts: Retirees → Whyalla, Families → Whyalla, Investment → Whyalla, Best value → Whyalla.