Barrack Point vs Shell Cove
The verdict
Shell Cove is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.46M versus $2.61M in Barrack Point. Barrack Point rates higher for liveability (83 vs 60). Barrack Point has a shorter estimated CBD commute (216 vs 226 min). On the separate residential safety score, Shell Cove rates higher (73 vs 39/100 in Barrack Point).
Scores
| Barrack Point | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 64 | 54 |
| Transport | 60 | 52 |
| Education | 46 | 50 |
| Liveability | 83 | 60 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Barrack Point | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 725 | 7,591 |
| Median age | 48 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,836 | $2,452 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 32.9% | 34.0% |
| Born in Australia | 81.4% | 80.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 3 |
Growth: Barrack Point High Growth · Shell Cove High Growth
Property
| Barrack Point | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.61M | $1.46M |
| Median unit price | $1.25M | $1.25M |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 4.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $720 | $800 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 2.7% |
| Days on market (house) | 22 | 56 |
Median price history
Safety
| Barrack Point | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 39 | 73 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 552 | 211 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 414 | 263 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 138 | 145 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,586 | 2,872 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Barrack Point | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,049 |
See the full school list on each profile: Barrack Point · Shell Cove
Transport
| Barrack Point | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 60 | 52 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 8 | 29 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 216 | 226 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.8 km | 2.2 km |
Liveability
| Barrack Point | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.0°C | 25.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,250 | 1,250 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 6 |
| Parks | 3 | 21 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 9 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 190 m | 530 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 82.8 km | 86.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 700 m | 570 m |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.7 km | 5.1 km |
Population & growth
| Barrack Point | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 725 | 7,591 |
| Estimated 2025 | 784 | 8,213 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,339 | 14,025 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.98% | 1.99% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Barrack Point or Shell Cove?
Shell Cove has the higher residential safety score (Barrack Point 39/100 vs Shell Cove 73/100).
Which is more affordable, Barrack Point or Shell Cove?
Shell Cove is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.46M versus $2.61M.
Which has better public transport, Barrack Point or Shell Cove?
Barrack Point has the higher transport score (Barrack Point 60/100 vs Shell Cove 52/100).
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