Overall score
Whites Valley
25.8/100
Willunga
60.4/100
Whites Valley vs Willunga, SA suburb comparison
Willunga for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Whites ValleyWillunga
Crime rate
Whites Valley
32.4 / 1k
Willunga
14.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Whites Valley
0
Willunga
58
Population
Whites Valley
313
Willunga
2,445
Metric leadWhites Valley 1Willunga 8across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Whites Valley | Willunga |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 25.8/100 | 60.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 34.5/100 | 65.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 32.4 / 1k | 14.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 5 | 14 |
| Walkability | 7.5/100 | 52.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 58 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 49 |
| Population | 313 | 2,445 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Whites Valley is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, and Willunga is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace. Willunga sits among greener hillside streets, while Whites Valley keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Whites Valley is stronger for a calmer planning outlook; Willunga answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Willunga, while Whites Valley remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.