Overall score
Port Lincoln
59.6/100
Whyalla
51.5/100
Port Lincoln vs Whyalla, SA suburb comparison
Port Lincoln for families and investment; Whyalla for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Port LincolnWhyalla
Crime rate
Port Lincoln
128.6 / 1k
Whyalla
68.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Port Lincoln
262
Whyalla
153
Population
Port Lincoln
14,458
Whyalla
3,609
Metric leadPort Lincoln 6Whyalla 4across 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 familiesPort Lincoln
- Best for investmentPort Lincoln
- Best for best valuePort Lincoln
- Best for best schoolsPort 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 | 59.6/100 | 51.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.5/100 | 38.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 128.6 / 1k | 68.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 53 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 81.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 262 | 153 |
| Planning activity | 143 | 40 |
| 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 and schools and education options, while Whyalla stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Port Lincoln suits families and investors more clearly, whereas Whyalla is the stronger match for retirees.