Blakehurst vs South Hurstville
The verdict
South Hurstville is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.19M versus $2.79M in Blakehurst. South Hurstville rates higher for liveability (100 vs 93). Blakehurst is closer to the coast (2.5 km vs 3.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, South Hurstville rates higher (97 vs 92/100 in Blakehurst).
Scores
| Blakehurst | South Hurstville | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 82 | 85 |
| Transport | 77 | 81 |
| Education | 74 | 73 |
| Liveability | 93 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Blakehurst | South Hurstville | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,652 | 5,221 |
| Median age | 43 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,474 | $1,867 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 50.6% | 49.1% |
| Born in Australia | 63.3% | 49.1% |
| Avg household size | 3.1 | 2.8 |
Growth: Blakehurst Moderate Growth · South Hurstville Moderate Growth
Property
| Blakehurst | South Hurstville | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.79M | $2.19M |
| Median unit price | $963K | $893K |
| House price YoY | 2.9% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,097 | $1,097 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.5% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 31 | 37 |
Median price history
Safety
| Blakehurst | South Hurstville | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 92 | 97 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 105 | 77 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 30 | 77 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 376 | 383 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,916 | 3,237 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Blakehurst | South Hurstville | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 2 |
| Government | 2 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,087 | 1,145 |
See the full school list on each profile: Blakehurst · South Hurstville
Transport
| Blakehurst | South Hurstville | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 77 | 81 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 42 | 26 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 59 | 57 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.3 km | 1.2 km |
Liveability
| Blakehurst | South Hurstville | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,090 | 1,090 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 3 | 0 |
| Parks | 16 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.5 km | 3.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 15.8 km | 14.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 3.5 km | 4.3 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.4 km | 2.9 km |
Population & growth
| Blakehurst | South Hurstville | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,652 | 5,221 |
| Estimated 2025 | 7,168 | 5,626 |
| Projected 2041 | 7,803 | 6,125 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.89% | 1.89% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Blakehurst or South Hurstville?
South Hurstville has the higher residential safety score (Blakehurst 92/100 vs South Hurstville 97/100).
Which is more affordable, Blakehurst or South Hurstville?
South Hurstville is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.19M versus $2.79M.
Which has better schools, Blakehurst or South Hurstville?
South Hurstville has a higher average school ICSEA (Blakehurst 1087 vs South Hurstville 1145; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Blakehurst or South Hurstville?
South Hurstville has the higher transport score (Blakehurst 77/100 vs South Hurstville 81/100).
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