Port Noarlunga South vs Seaford Meadows
The verdict
Seaford Meadows is more affordable, with a median house price of $826K versus $908K in Port Noarlunga South. Port Noarlunga South rates higher for liveability (66 vs 59). Seaford Meadows rates higher for transport (87 vs 61). Port Noarlunga South is closer to the coast (650 m vs 1.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Seaford Meadows rates higher (86 vs 67/100 in Port Noarlunga South).
Scores
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 58 | 64 |
| Transport | 61 | 87 |
| Education | 44 | 44 |
| Liveability | 66 | 59 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,058 | 5,102 |
| Median age | 39 | 31 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,530 | $1,663 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 27.4% | 27.2% |
| Born in Australia | 76.8% | 76.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.7 |
Growth: Port Noarlunga South — · Seaford Meadows —
Property
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $908K | $826K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 11.4% | 11.7% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $610 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.6% | 3.8% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 67 | 86 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 262 | 157 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 98 | 98 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,714 | 5,860 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 967 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Port Noarlunga South · Seaford Meadows
Transport
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 61 | 87 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 20 | 16 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 98 | 66 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.9 km | 840 m |
Liveability
| Port Noarlunga South | 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 | 1 | 2 |
| Parks | 6 | 17 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 8 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 15 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 650 m | 1.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 28.5 km | 28.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 5.5 km | 4.9 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 25.7 km | 26.1 km |
Population & growth
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford Meadows | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,058 | 5,102 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,301 | 5,507 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 1.93% | 1.93% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Port Noarlunga South or Seaford Meadows?
Seaford Meadows has the higher residential safety score (Port Noarlunga South 67/100 vs Seaford Meadows 86/100).
Which is more affordable, Port Noarlunga South or Seaford Meadows?
Seaford Meadows is more affordable, with a median house price of $826K versus $908K.
Which has better public transport, Port Noarlunga South or Seaford Meadows?
Seaford Meadows has the higher transport score (Port Noarlunga South 61/100 vs Seaford Meadows 87/100).
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