Bell Post Hill vs Hamlyn Heights
The verdict
Bell Post Hill is more affordable, with a median house price of $666K versus $724K in Hamlyn Heights. Hamlyn Heights rates higher for transport (62 vs 44). Hamlyn Heights is closer to the coast (2.7 km vs 3.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hamlyn Heights rates higher (85 vs 68/100 in Bell Post Hill).
Scores
| Bell Post Hill | Hamlyn Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 56 | 71 |
| Transport | 44 | 62 |
| Education | 54 | 62 |
| Liveability | 70 | 87 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Bell Post Hill | Hamlyn Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,083 | 6,518 |
| Median age | 42 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,368 | $1,643 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 26.9% | 39.6% |
| Born in Australia | 67.4% | 81.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2.3 |
Growth: Bell Post Hill High Growth · Hamlyn Heights High Growth
Property
| Bell Post Hill | Hamlyn Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $666K | $724K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $511K |
| House price YoY | 10.8% | -12.2% |
| 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
| Bell Post Hill | Hamlyn Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 68 | 85 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 295 | 338 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 275 | 169 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 512 | 107 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,482 | 2,976 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Bell Post Hill | Hamlyn Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 5 |
| Government | 1 | 5 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,060 | 991 |
See the full school list on each profile: Bell Post Hill · Hamlyn Heights
Transport
| Bell Post Hill | Hamlyn Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 44 | 62 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 20 | 32 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.0 km | 2.2 km |
Liveability
| Bell Post Hill | Hamlyn Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 24.8°C | 24.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.0°C | 14.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 540 | 540 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 3 |
| Parks | 10 | 9 |
| Playgrounds | 12 | 8 |
| Swimming pools | 10 | 42 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 3.8 km | 2.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 64.4 km | 65.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 7.1 km | 4.5 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 7.1 km | 4.2 km |
Population & growth
| Bell Post Hill | Hamlyn Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,083 | 6,518 |
| Estimated 2025 | 5,078 | 6,874 |
| Projected 2041 | 7,585 | 9,726 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.02% | 1.34% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Bell Post Hill or Hamlyn Heights?
Hamlyn Heights has the higher residential safety score (Bell Post Hill 68/100 vs Hamlyn Heights 85/100).
Which is more affordable, Bell Post Hill or Hamlyn Heights?
Bell Post Hill is more affordable, with a median house price of $666K versus $724K.
Which has better schools, Bell Post Hill or Hamlyn Heights?
Bell Post Hill has a higher average school ICSEA (Bell Post Hill 1060 vs Hamlyn Heights 991; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Bell Post Hill or Hamlyn Heights?
Hamlyn Heights has the higher transport score (Bell Post Hill 44/100 vs Hamlyn Heights 62/100).
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