Overall score
Port Lincoln
44.4/100
Whyalla
46.5/100
Port Lincoln vs Whyalla, SA Suburb Comparison
Port Lincoln for retirees and investment; Whyalla for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Port LincolnWhyalla
Crime rate
Port Lincoln
131.4 / 1k
Whyalla
81.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Port Lincoln
300
Whyalla
156
Population
Port Lincoln
14,458
Whyalla
3,609
Metric leadPort Lincoln 6Whyalla 6across 12 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 Lincoln
- Best for familiesWhyalla
- Best for investmentPort Lincoln
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 Lincoln | Whyalla |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.4/100 | 46.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.6/100 | 62.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 131.4 / 1k | 81.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 19.1/100 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 53 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 81.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 300 | 156 |
| Planning activity | 177 | 47 |
| Green cover | 4.5% | 3.4% |
| Population | 14,458 | 3,609 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Port Lincoln is a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, while Whyalla is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace. Port Lincoln sits more remote from the capital, whereas Whyalla is further into the wider countryside.
Port Lincoln tends to lead on housing affordability, schools and education options, and walkability, while Whyalla stands out for a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and a calmer planning outlook.
Port Lincoln suits families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Whyalla is the stronger match for retirees.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.