Blue Bay vs Shelly Beach
The verdict
Shelly Beach is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.66M versus $2.08M in Blue Bay. Blue Bay rates higher for transport (46 vs 41). Shelly Beach rates higher for liveability (67 vs 55). Shelly Beach has a shorter estimated CBD commute (164 vs 168 min). On the separate residential safety score, Shelly Beach rates higher (100 vs 39/100 in Blue Bay).
Scores
| Blue Bay | Shelly Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 50 | 53 |
| Transport | 46 | 41 |
| Education | 49 | 49 |
| Liveability | 55 | 67 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Blue Bay | Shelly Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,060 | 1,313 |
| Median age | 52 | 47 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,323 | $1,646 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 31.4% | 26.1% |
| Born in Australia | 81.0% | 83.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.1 | 2.5 |
Growth: Blue Bay Moderate Growth · Shelly Beach Moderate Growth
Property
| Blue Bay | Shelly Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.08M | $1.66M |
| Median unit price | $1.60M | $975K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 17.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $680 | $680 |
| Rental yield (house) | 1.8% | 2.3% |
| Days on market (house) | 76 | 38 |
Median price history
Safety
| Blue Bay | Shelly Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 39 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 377 | 152 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 377 | 76 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 283 | 152 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,340 | 3,351 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Blue Bay | Shelly Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,022 |
See the full school list on each profile: Blue Bay · Shelly Beach
Transport
| Blue Bay | Shelly Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 46 | 41 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 7 | 12 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 168 | 164 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 9.0 km | 9.2 km |
Liveability
| Blue Bay | Shelly Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.0°C | 27.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 2 |
| Parks | 1 | 1 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 210 m | 480 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 63.8 km | 61.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.4 km | 410 m |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 10.6 km | 12.2 km |
Population & growth
| Blue Bay | Shelly Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,060 | 1,313 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,086 | 1,346 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,176 | 1,457 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.61% | 0.62% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Blue Bay or Shelly Beach?
Shelly Beach has the higher residential safety score (Blue Bay 39/100 vs Shelly Beach 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Blue Bay or Shelly Beach?
Shelly Beach is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.66M versus $2.08M.
Which has better public transport, Blue Bay or Shelly Beach?
Blue Bay has the higher transport score (Blue Bay 46/100 vs Shelly Beach 41/100).
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