Port Lincoln 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 Lincoln | Whyalla |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.7/100 | 52.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.5/100 | 38.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 134.3 / 1k | 69.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 53 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 81.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 262 | 153 |
| Planning activity | 126 | 36 |
| Population | 14,458 | 3,609 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 4/10 |
Quick verdicts
- Best for retireesWhyalla
- Best for investmentPort Lincoln
- Best for best valuePort Lincoln
- Best for best schoolsPort Lincoln
Comparison summary
Port Lincoln and Whyalla offer different strengths across official suburb data. Port Lincoln leads on more comparison categories overall. Overall score favours Port Lincoln; Housing (desirability) favours Port Lincoln; Crime rate favours Whyalla. Quick verdicts: Retirees → Whyalla, Investment → Port Lincoln, Best value → Port Lincoln, Best schools → Port Lincoln.