Port Noarlunga South vs Seaford
The verdict
Seaford is more affordable, with a median house price of $845K versus $908K in Port Noarlunga South. Port Noarlunga South rates higher for education (44 vs 39). Seaford rates higher for transport (90 vs 61). Seaford has a shorter estimated CBD commute (69 vs 98 min). On the separate residential safety score, Seaford rates higher (96 vs 67/100 in Port Noarlunga South).
Scores
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 58 | 65 |
| Transport | 61 | 90 |
| Education | 44 | 39 |
| Liveability | 66 | 61 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,058 | 4,493 |
| Median age | 39 | 43 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,530 | $1,254 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 27.4% | 22.5% |
| Born in Australia | 76.8% | 71.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.3 |
Growth: Port Noarlunga South — · Seaford —
Property
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $908K | $845K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 11.4% | 20.8% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $630 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 67 | 96 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 262 | 134 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 98 | 89 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,714 | 11,396 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 3 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 967 | 1,001 |
See the full school list on each profile: Port Noarlunga South · Seaford
Transport
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 61 | 90 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 20 | 36 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 98 | 69 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.9 km | 660 m |
Liveability
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 6 |
| Parks | 6 | 11 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 650 m | 890 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 28.5 km | 30.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 5.5 km | 3.1 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 25.7 km | 27.9 km |
Population & growth
| Port Noarlunga South | Seaford | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,058 | 4,493 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,301 | 4,850 |
| 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?
Seaford has the higher residential safety score (Port Noarlunga South 67/100 vs Seaford 96/100).
Which is more affordable, Port Noarlunga South or Seaford?
Seaford is more affordable, with a median house price of $845K versus $908K.
Which has better schools, Port Noarlunga South or Seaford?
Seaford has a higher average school ICSEA (Port Noarlunga South 967 vs Seaford 1001; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Port Noarlunga South or Seaford?
Seaford has the higher transport score (Port Noarlunga South 61/100 vs Seaford 90/100).
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