Results of the 2023 Liveability Census show a big tick of approval for Victor Harbor as a place to live, work, visit and invest.

The census was conducted in selected local government areas across Australia between 26 March and 30 June.

Victor Harbor achieved an overall liveability score of 71, compared with 67 nationally. 

Meanwhile, 85 per cent were satisfied with liveability in their local neighbourhood, compared with 82 per cent nationally.

The research shows that Victor Harbor’s greatest strength in terms of liveability was elements of the natural environment, including natural features, views, vegetation, topography, water and wildlife.

The top five areas where Victor Harbor is performing better than the national average are:

• Sense of neighbourhood safety.
• Local history, historic buildings or features.
• Range of housing prices and tenures.
• Evidence of community activity.
• Landmarks, special features and meeting places.

The City of Victor Harbor says that while the results are overwhelmingly positive, there is always room for improvement.

Victor Harbor performed lower than the national average when it came to child services, local employment opportunities and local education opportunities. 

Those aged 25-44 were the least satisfied with liveability in their local neighbourhood.

The council says it has been working towards addressing these priorities for some time.

Find details of the census online.