McLaren Vale vs Old Noarlunga
The verdict
Old Noarlunga is more affordable, with a median house price of $918K versus $957K in McLaren Vale. McLaren Vale rates higher for education (46 vs 38). Old Noarlunga rates higher for transport (59 vs 20). Old Noarlunga is closer to the coast (3.3 km vs 6.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, McLaren Vale rates higher (100 vs 86/100 in Old Noarlunga).
Scores
| McLaren Vale | Old Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 32 | 50 |
| Transport | 20 | 59 |
| Education | 46 | 38 |
| Liveability | 32 | 50 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| McLaren Vale | Old Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,061 | 1,531 |
| Median age | 54 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,331 | $1,485 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 30.6% | 19.5% |
| Born in Australia | 69.5% | 76.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.5 |
Growth: McLaren Vale Moderate Growth · Old Noarlunga —
Property
| McLaren Vale | Old Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $957K | $918K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 21.0% | 24.9% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $735 | $490 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| McLaren Vale | Old Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 86 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 98 | 65 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 74 | 261 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,103 | 9,210 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| McLaren Vale | Old Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,023 | 1,005 |
See the full school list on each profile: McLaren Vale · Old Noarlunga
Transport
| McLaren Vale | Old Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 20 | 59 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 26 | 15 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 107 | 101 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 6.2 km | 1.5 km |
Liveability
| McLaren Vale | Old Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 19 | 4 |
| Parks | 4 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 18 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 6.9 km | 3.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 31.7 km | 29.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 7.0 km | 4.6 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 29.3 km | 26.9 km |
Population & growth
| McLaren Vale | Old Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,061 | 1,531 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,825 | 1,653 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,991 | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 4.40% | 1.94% |
Common questions
Which is safer, McLaren Vale or Old Noarlunga?
McLaren Vale has the higher residential safety score (McLaren Vale 100/100 vs Old Noarlunga 86/100).
Which is more affordable, McLaren Vale or Old Noarlunga?
Old Noarlunga is more affordable, with a median house price of $918K versus $957K.
Which has better schools, McLaren Vale or Old Noarlunga?
McLaren Vale has a higher average school ICSEA (McLaren Vale 1023 vs Old Noarlunga 1005; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, McLaren Vale or Old Noarlunga?
Old Noarlunga has the higher transport score (McLaren Vale 20/100 vs Old Noarlunga 59/100).
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