Huntfield Heights vs Noarlunga Downs
The verdict
Huntfield Heights is more affordable, with a median house price of $719K versus $745K in Noarlunga Downs. Noarlunga Downs rates higher for education (42 vs 36). Noarlunga Downs is closer to the coast (2.7 km vs 4.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, Noarlunga Downs rates higher (56 vs 42/100 in Huntfield Heights).
Scores
| Huntfield Heights | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 54 | 59 |
| Transport | 59 | 63 |
| Education | 36 | 42 |
| Liveability | 64 | 69 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Huntfield Heights | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,199 | 4,031 |
| Median age | 37 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,239 | $1,189 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 14.9% | 23.3% |
| Born in Australia | 76.3% | 73.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2.3 |
Growth: Huntfield Heights Stable · Noarlunga Downs Moderate Growth
Property
| Huntfield Heights | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $719K | $745K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $590 | $590 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Huntfield Heights | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 42 | 56 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 405 | 347 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 191 | 174 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,311 | 5,607 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Huntfield Heights | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 3 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 858 | 976 |
See the full school list on each profile: Huntfield Heights · Noarlunga Downs
Transport
| Huntfield Heights | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 59 | 63 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 21 | 34 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 91 | 93 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.5 km | 1.9 km |
Liveability
| Huntfield Heights | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 0 |
| Parks | 10 | 9 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 39 | 10 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 4.1 km | 2.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 26.3 km | 27.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 7.7 km | 6.8 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 23.6 km | 24.3 km |
Population & growth
| Huntfield Heights | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,199 | 4,031 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,315 | 4,082 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,423 | 4,608 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.68% | 0.31% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Huntfield Heights or Noarlunga Downs?
Noarlunga Downs has the higher residential safety score (Huntfield Heights 42/100 vs Noarlunga Downs 56/100).
Which is more affordable, Huntfield Heights or Noarlunga Downs?
Huntfield Heights is more affordable, with a median house price of $719K versus $745K.
Which has better schools, Huntfield Heights or Noarlunga Downs?
Noarlunga Downs has a higher average school ICSEA (Huntfield Heights 858 vs Noarlunga Downs 976; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Huntfield Heights or Noarlunga Downs?
Noarlunga Downs has the higher transport score (Huntfield Heights 59/100 vs Noarlunga Downs 63/100).
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