Noarlunga Centre vs Port Noarlunga
The verdict
Noarlunga Centre is more affordable, with a median house price of $715K versus $880K in Port Noarlunga. Noarlunga Centre rates higher for transport (94 vs 62). Port Noarlunga rates higher for education (48 vs 43). Port Noarlunga is closer to the coast (840 m vs 2.4 km).
Scores
| Noarlunga Centre | Port Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 72 | 60 |
| Transport | 94 | 62 |
| Education | 43 | 48 |
| Liveability | 74 | 68 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Noarlunga Centre | Port Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 203 | 3,245 |
| Median age | 40 | 46 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,135 | $1,369 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 23.7% | 30.4% |
| Born in Australia | 61.1% | 70.6% |
| Avg household size | 1.8 | 2.3 |
Growth: Noarlunga Centre Moderate Growth · Port Noarlunga —
Property
| Noarlunga Centre | Port Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $715K | $880K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 12.0% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $500 | $635 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 3.7% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Noarlunga Centre | Port Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | — | 36 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | Data not available | 493 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 1,970 | 154 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 440,394 | 5,701 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Noarlunga Centre | Port Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,000 |
See the full school list on each profile: Noarlunga Centre · Port Noarlunga
Transport
| Noarlunga Centre | Port Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 94 | 62 |
| Train stations | 1 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 25 | 18 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 59 | 93 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 360 m | 1.7 km |
Liveability
| Noarlunga Centre | Port 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 | 3 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 7 |
| Parks | 3 | 7 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 4 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 57 |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.4 km | 840 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 25.5 km | 27.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 8.4 km | 7.1 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 22.6 km | 24.2 km |
Population & growth
| Noarlunga Centre | Port Noarlunga | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 203 | 3,245 |
| Estimated 2025 | 206 | 3,399 |
| Projected 2041 | 232 | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 0.37% | 1.17% |
Common questions
Which is more affordable, Noarlunga Centre or Port Noarlunga?
Noarlunga Centre is more affordable, with a median house price of $715K versus $880K.
Which has better public transport, Noarlunga Centre or Port Noarlunga?
Noarlunga Centre has the higher transport score (Noarlunga Centre 94/100 vs Port Noarlunga 62/100).
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