Alfredton vs Lucas
The verdict
Alfredton is more affordable, with a median house price of $624K versus $629K in Lucas. Alfredton rates higher for liveability (67 vs 55). Alfredton is closer to the coast (77.6 km vs 79.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, Alfredton rates higher (83 vs 64/100 in Lucas).
Scores
| Alfredton | Lucas | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 61 | 54 |
| Transport | 53 | 44 |
| Education | 63 | 63 |
| Liveability | 67 | 55 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Alfredton | Lucas | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,822 | 2,994 |
| Median age | 35 | 32 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,883 | $1,956 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 45.0% | 45.5% |
| Born in Australia | 81.3% | 75.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.8 |
Growth: Alfredton High Growth · Lucas High Growth
Property
| Alfredton | Lucas | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $624K | $629K |
| Median unit price | $354K | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -5.1% | -3.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Alfredton | Lucas | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 83 | 64 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 296 | 501 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 195 | 301 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 228 | 334 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,857 | 4,910 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Alfredton | Lucas | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,049 | 1,041 |
Transport
| Alfredton | Lucas | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 53 | 44 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 35 | 7 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.5 km | 4.1 km |
Liveability
| Alfredton | Lucas | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 24.0°C | 24.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 10.2°C | 10.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 690 | 690 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 2 |
| Parks | 48 | 11 |
| Playgrounds | 17 | 6 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 77.6 km | 79.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 106.2 km | 108.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.0 km | 6.4 km |
Population & growth
| Alfredton | Lucas | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 11,822 | 2,994 |
| Estimated 2025 | 14,619 | 3,702 |
| Projected 2041 | 16,212 | 4,106 |
| Annual growth rate | 5.45% | 5.45% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Alfredton or Lucas?
Alfredton has the higher residential safety score (Alfredton 83/100 vs Lucas 64/100).
Which is more affordable, Alfredton or Lucas?
Alfredton is more affordable, with a median house price of $624K versus $629K.
Which has better schools, Alfredton or Lucas?
Alfredton has a higher average school ICSEA (Alfredton 1049 vs Lucas 1041; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Alfredton or Lucas?
Alfredton has the higher transport score (Alfredton 53/100 vs Lucas 44/100).
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