[6] Most of the streets have expansive westward views over the Adelaide plains.
[7] Many parts of Skye have views over Adelaide, reaching to Spencer Gulf.
[6] Supply of reticulated water has been controversial for decades, primarily due to the steepness of the streets.
Previously, many allotments within the suburb have no government water supply, instead being serviced by independent water schemes sourced from bores, some being privately owned, some being co-operatives.
[6] The loftiest (and most populous) portions of the suburb are reached by Coach Road, sections of which are quite steep.