Overall score
Whites Valley
25.8/100
Willunga South
36.1/100
Whites Valley vs Willunga South, SA suburb comparison
Willunga South for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Whites ValleyWillunga South
Crime rate
Whites Valley
32.4 / 1k
Willunga South
27.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Whites Valley
0
Willunga South
1
Population
Whites Valley
313
Willunga South
470
Metric leadWhites Valley 1Willunga South 7across 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for best valueWillunga South
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 South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 25.8/100 | 36.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 34.5/100 | 38.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 32.4 / 1k | 27.6 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 5 | — |
| Walkability | 7.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 5 |
| Population | 313 | 470 |
| 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 South is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Whites Valley sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Willunga South is within day-trip reach of the capital.
Whites Valley pulls ahead on walkability and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Willunga South is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Investors may find Whites Valley the better fit, while value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Willunga South.