Blackett vs Shalvey
The verdict
Blackett is more affordable, with a median house price of $860K versus $918K in Shalvey. Blackett has a shorter estimated CBD commute (107 vs 110 min). On the separate residential safety score, Shalvey rates higher (21 vs 15/100 in Blackett).
Scores
| Blackett | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 56 | 55 |
| Transport | 60 | 60 |
| Education | 33 | 34 |
| Liveability | 71 | 68 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Blackett | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,586 | 3,455 |
| Median age | 31 | 32 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,174 | $1,180 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 13.9% | 14.9% |
| Born in Australia | 58.4% | 62.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 3 |
Growth: Blackett Stable · Shalvey Stable
Property
| Blackett | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $860K | $918K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 20.2% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $550 | $550 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.3% | 2.9% |
| Days on market (house) | 62 | 46 |
Median price history
Safety
| Blackett | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 15 | 21 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 502 | 260 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 223 | 347 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 1,701 | 1,592 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 11,601 | 10,391 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Blackett | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 2 |
| Government | 2 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 820 | 833 |
See the full school list on each profile: Blackett · Shalvey
Transport
| Blackett | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 60 | 60 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 24 | 30 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 107 | 110 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.5 km | 4.8 km |
Liveability
| Blackett | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.2°C | 30.2°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.6°C | 17.6°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 730 | 730 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 5 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 8 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 39.3 km | 39.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 39.2 km | 40.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.3 km | 4.7 km |
Population & growth
| Blackett | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,586 | 3,455 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,632 | 3,616 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,738 | 3,565 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.32% | 1.15% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Blackett or Shalvey?
Shalvey has the higher residential safety score (Blackett 15/100 vs Shalvey 21/100).
Which is more affordable, Blackett or Shalvey?
Blackett is more affordable, with a median house price of $860K versus $918K.
Which has better schools, Blackett or Shalvey?
Shalvey has a higher average school ICSEA (Blackett 820 vs Shalvey 833; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Blackett or Shalvey?
Blackett and Shalvey have similar transport scores.
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