Blackbutt vs Oak Flats
The verdict
Oak Flats is more affordable, with a median house price of $979K versus $1.08M in Blackbutt. Blackbutt rates higher for education (43 vs 37). Oak Flats rates higher for transport (91 vs 64). Blackbutt is closer to the coast (2.6 km vs 4.3 km). On the separate residential safety score, Blackbutt rates higher (85 vs 76/100 in Oak Flats).
Scores
| Blackbutt | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 62 | 69 |
| Transport | 64 | 91 |
| Education | 43 | 37 |
| Liveability | 75 | 73 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Blackbutt | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,291 | 6,840 |
| Median age | 43 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,604 | $1,488 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 27.0% | 20.7% |
| Born in Australia | 73.3% | 77.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.5 |
Growth: Blackbutt Moderate Growth · Oak Flats Moderate Growth
Property
| Blackbutt | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.08M | $979K |
| Median unit price | $736K | $823K |
| House price YoY | -4.7% | 26.7% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $800 | $800 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.4% | 3.6% |
| Days on market (house) | 64 | 58 |
Median price history
Safety
| Blackbutt | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 85 | 76 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 61 | 175 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 182 | 132 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 334 | 278 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,586 | 4,664 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Blackbutt | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 4 |
| Government | 0 | 3 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 978 |
See the full school list on each profile: Blackbutt · Oak Flats
Transport
| Blackbutt | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 64 | 91 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 23 | 54 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 221 | 147 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.7 km | 1.1 km |
Liveability
| Blackbutt | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 1 |
| Parks | 13 | 13 |
| Playgrounds | 9 | 6 |
| Swimming pools | 23 | 9 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.6 km | 4.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 84.6 km | 84.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.6 km | 4.3 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.3 km | 1.7 km |
Population & growth
| Blackbutt | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,291 | 6,840 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,427 | 7,123 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,253 | 8,839 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.02% | 1.02% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Blackbutt or Oak Flats?
Blackbutt has the higher residential safety score (Blackbutt 85/100 vs Oak Flats 76/100).
Which is more affordable, Blackbutt or Oak Flats?
Oak Flats is more affordable, with a median house price of $979K versus $1.08M.
Which has better public transport, Blackbutt or Oak Flats?
Oak Flats has the higher transport score (Blackbutt 64/100 vs Oak Flats 91/100).
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