Noarlunga Centre vs Noarlunga Downs
The verdict
Noarlunga Centre is more affordable, with a median house price of $715K versus $745K in Noarlunga Downs. Noarlunga Centre rates higher for transport (94 vs 63). Noarlunga Centre has a shorter estimated CBD commute (59 vs 93 min).
Scores
Noarlunga CentreNoarlunga Downs
| Noarlunga Centre | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 72 | 59 |
| Transport | 94 | 63 |
| Education | 43 | 42 |
| Liveability | 74 | 69 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Noarlunga Centre | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 203 | 4,031 |
| Median age | 40 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,135 | $1,189 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 23.7% | 23.3% |
| Born in Australia | 61.1% | 73.3% |
| Avg household size | 1.8 | 2.3 |
Growth: Noarlunga Centre Moderate Growth · Noarlunga Downs Moderate Growth
Property
| Noarlunga Centre | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $715K | $745K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | -3.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $500 | $590 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 4.0% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Noarlunga Centre | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | — | 56 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | Data not available | 347 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 1,970 | 174 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 440,394 | 5,607 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Noarlunga Centre | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 3 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 976 |
See the full school list on each profile: Noarlunga Centre · Noarlunga Downs
Transport
| Noarlunga Centre | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 94 | 63 |
| Train stations | 1 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 25 | 34 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 59 | 93 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 360 m | 1.9 km |
Liveability
| Noarlunga Centre | 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 | 3 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 0 |
| Parks | 3 | 9 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 10 |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.4 km | 2.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 25.5 km | 27.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 8.4 km | 6.8 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 22.6 km | 24.3 km |
Population & growth
| Noarlunga Centre | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 203 | 4,031 |
| Estimated 2025 | 206 | 4,082 |
| Projected 2041 | 232 | 4,608 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.37% | 0.31% |
Common questions
Which is more affordable, Noarlunga Centre or Noarlunga Downs?
Noarlunga Centre is more affordable, with a median house price of $715K versus $745K.
Which has better public transport, Noarlunga Centre or Noarlunga Downs?
Noarlunga Centre has the higher transport score (Noarlunga Centre 94/100 vs Noarlunga Downs 63/100).
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