Algester vs Pallara
The verdict
Algester rates higher for liveability (93 vs 63). Pallara rates higher for education (72 vs 59). Algester is closer to the coast (22.4 km vs 24.9 km).
Scores
AlgesterPallara
| Algester | Pallara | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 71 | 55 |
| Transport | 58 | 31 |
| Education | 59 | 72 |
| Liveability | 93 | 63 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Algester | Pallara | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,020 | 3,861 |
| Median age | 36 | 31 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,716 | $2,283 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 40.6% | 58.7% |
| Born in Australia | 54.9% | 42.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 3.1 |
Growth: Algester — · Pallara —
Property
| Algester | Pallara | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $620 | $730 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Algester | Pallara | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 66 | 66 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 931 | 932 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 410 | 414 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,145 | 6,145 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Algester | Pallara | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,062 | 1,058 |
See the full school list on each profile: Algester · Pallara
Transport
| Algester | Pallara | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 58 | 31 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 31 | 11 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 60 | 62 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.2 km | 6.3 km |
Liveability
| Algester | Pallara | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.3°C | 29.3°C |
| Winter max temp | 21.5°C | 21.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,150 | 1,150 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 0 |
| Parks | 14 | 9 |
| Playgrounds | 9 | 6 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 22.4 km | 24.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 15.9 km | 16.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.2 km | 7.9 km |
Population & growth
| Algester | Pallara | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 9,020 | 3,861 |
| Estimated 2025 | 10,072 | 6,156 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 2.80% | 12.37% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Algester or Pallara?
Algester and Pallara have similar residential safety scores (66 and 66/100).
Which has better schools, Algester or Pallara?
Algester has a higher average school ICSEA (Algester 1062 vs Pallara 1058; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Algester or Pallara?
Algester has the higher transport score (Algester 58/100 vs Pallara 31/100).
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