Adelaide vs Hallett Cove
The verdict
Hallett Cove is more affordable, with a median house price of $943K versus $1.16M in Adelaide. Adelaide rates higher for liveability (89 vs 43). Hallett Cove is closer to the coast (1.3 km vs 9.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hallett Cove rates higher (100 vs 11/100 in Adelaide).
Scores
| Adelaide | Hallett Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 92 | 65 |
| Transport | 99 | 93 |
| Education | 86 | 59 |
| Liveability | 89 | 43 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Adelaide | Hallett Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,202 | 12,512 |
| Median age | 31 | 43 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,365 | $1,871 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 63.3% | 37.9% |
| Born in Australia | 41.0% | 65.2% |
| Avg household size | 1.8 | 2.6 |
Growth: Adelaide High Growth · Hallett Cove Stable
Property
| Adelaide | Hallett Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.16M | $943K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 9.3% | 4.8% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $650 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.1% | 3.4% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Adelaide | Hallett Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 11 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 429 | 120 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 1,011 | 56 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 46,561 | 1,918 |
Adelaide is a commercial/transport hub — total figures include visitors and workers, not just residents.
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Adelaide | Hallett Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 15 | 4 |
| Government | 4 | 3 |
| Independent | 7 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,081 | 1,018 |
See the full school list on each profile: Adelaide · Hallett Cove
Transport
| Adelaide | Hallett Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 99 | 93 |
| Train stations | 2 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 225 | 89 |
| Light rail stops | 14 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 8 | 44 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 130 m | 890 m |
Liveability
| Adelaide | Hallett Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 14 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 373 | 4 |
| Parks | 46 | 24 |
| Playgrounds | 11 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | 284 |
| Medical GPs | 17 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 9.2 km | 1.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 10 m | 18.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 9.8 km | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 440 m | 15.1 km |
Population & growth
| Adelaide | Hallett Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 18,202 | 12,512 |
| Estimated 2025 | 22,154 | 12,696 |
| Projected 2041 | 29,393 | 13,045 |
| Annual growth rate | 5.03% | 0.37% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Adelaide or Hallett Cove?
Hallett Cove has the higher residential safety score (Adelaide 11/100 vs Hallett Cove 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Adelaide or Hallett Cove?
Hallett Cove is more affordable, with a median house price of $943K versus $1.16M.
Which has better schools, Adelaide or Hallett Cove?
Adelaide has a higher average school ICSEA (Adelaide 1081 vs Hallett Cove 1018; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Adelaide or Hallett Cove?
Adelaide has the higher transport score (Adelaide 99/100 vs Hallett Cove 93/100).
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