Big Bay vs West Beach - Neighbourhood Comparison
Side-by-side comparison across safety, property values, schools, healthcare, civic responsiveness, and transport. Data sourced from official government records.
Side-by-side metrics
| Metric | Big Bay | West Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Safety score | 26/100 | 26/100 |
| Risk profile | Higher reported crime | Higher reported crime |
| Median property valuation | R2.3M | R1.8M |
| Property value percentile | 92% | 79% |
| Valuation growth (CAGR) | 2.0% | 4.3% |
| Schools | 0 | 1 |
| Matric pass rate | N/A | N/A |
| Healthcare facilities within 5 km | 1 | 2 |
| Nearest healthcare facility | 2.4 km | 0.8 km |
| Civic responsiveness percentile | 54% | 46% |
| Minibus taxi routes | 66 | 12 |
Green indicates the higher-performing value per metric. Safety scores are relative indices - not absolute safety measures. Property valuations are from the CCT General Valuation Roll 2022, not market transaction prices.
Key differences
- Big Bay has higher median property valuations than West Beach, based on the CCT General Valuation Roll 2022.
- West Beach has more schools nearby (1), which may indicate greater educational choice.
Frequently asked questions
How does Big Bay compare to West Beach for safety?
Big Bay has a safety score of 26/100 (Higher reported crime), while West Beach scores 26/100 (Higher reported crime). These are relative indices based on reported crime - not absolute measures of safety.
Which suburb has higher property values - Big Bay or West Beach?
Big Bay has a median property valuation of R2.3M and West Beach has R1.8M, based on the CCT General Valuation Roll 2022. These are municipal valuations, not market transaction prices.
What schools are near Big Bay and West Beach?
Big Bay has 0 schools nearby, while West Beach has 1. School data is sourced from the DBE EMIS masterlist.