Noarlunga Downs vs Seaford Meadows
The verdict
Noarlunga Downs is more affordable, with a median house price of $745K versus $826K in Seaford Meadows. Noarlunga Downs rates higher for liveability (69 vs 59). Seaford Meadows rates higher for transport (87 vs 63). Seaford Meadows is closer to the coast (1.7 km vs 2.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Seaford Meadows rates higher (86 vs 56/100 in Noarlunga Downs).
Scores
| Noarlunga Downs | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 59 | 64 |
| Transport | 63 | 87 |
| Education | 42 | 44 |
| Liveability | 69 | 59 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Noarlunga Downs | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,031 | 5,102 |
| Median age | 39 | 31 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,189 | $1,663 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 23.3% | 27.2% |
| Born in Australia | 73.3% | 76.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.7 |
Growth: Noarlunga Downs Moderate Growth · Seaford Meadows —
Property
| Noarlunga Downs | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $745K | $826K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -3.6% | 11.7% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $590 | $610 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Noarlunga Downs | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 56 | 86 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 347 | 157 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 174 | 98 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,607 | 5,860 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Noarlunga Downs | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 976 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Noarlunga Downs · Seaford Meadows
Transport
| Noarlunga Downs | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 63 | 87 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 34 | 16 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 93 | 66 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.9 km | 840 m |
Liveability
| Noarlunga Downs | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 2 |
| Parks | 9 | 17 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 8 |
| Swimming pools | 10 | 15 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.7 km | 1.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 27.0 km | 28.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 6.8 km | 4.9 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 24.3 km | 26.1 km |
Population & growth
| Noarlunga Downs | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,031 | 5,102 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,082 | 5,507 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,608 | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 0.31% | 1.93% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Noarlunga Downs or Seaford Meadows?
Seaford Meadows has the higher residential safety score (Noarlunga Downs 56/100 vs Seaford Meadows 86/100).
Which is more affordable, Noarlunga Downs or Seaford Meadows?
Noarlunga Downs is more affordable, with a median house price of $745K versus $826K.
Which has better public transport, Noarlunga Downs or Seaford Meadows?
Seaford Meadows has the higher transport score (Noarlunga Downs 63/100 vs Seaford Meadows 87/100).
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