Blue Haven vs Buff Point
The verdict
Blue Haven is more affordable, with a median house price of $819K versus $847K in Buff Point. Blue Haven rates higher for transport (60 vs 46). Buff Point is closer to the coast (3.4 km vs 6.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, Blue Haven rates higher (68 vs 57/100 in Buff Point).
Scores
| Blue Haven | Buff Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 49 | 45 |
| Transport | 60 | 46 |
| Education | 30 | 33 |
| Liveability | 53 | 53 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Blue Haven | Buff Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,563 | 3,559 |
| Median age | 33 | 44 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,608 | $1,323 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 14.4% | 17.5% |
| Born in Australia | 85.8% | 85.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 2.4 |
Growth: Blue Haven Moderate Growth · Buff Point Stable
Property
| Blue Haven | Buff Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $819K | $847K |
| Median unit price | $489K | $548K |
| House price YoY | 5.5% | 12.7% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $600 | $600 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.6% | 3.4% |
| Days on market (house) | 47 | 50 |
Median price history
Safety
| Blue Haven | Buff Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 68 | 57 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 137 | 169 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 91 | 28 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 686 | 955 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,977 | 4,973 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Blue Haven | Buff Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 885 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Blue Haven · Buff Point
Transport
| Blue Haven | Buff Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 60 | 46 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 37 | 36 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 206 | 203 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.7 km | 7.0 km |
Liveability
| Blue Haven | Buff Point | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 11 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 4 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 6.9 km | 3.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 78.6 km | 77.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 6.9 km | 3.4 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.0 km | 6.2 km |
Population & growth
| Blue Haven | Buff Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,563 | 3,559 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,754 | 3,658 |
| Projected 2041 | 7,264 | 3,747 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.72% | 0.69% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Blue Haven or Buff Point?
Blue Haven has the higher residential safety score (Blue Haven 68/100 vs Buff Point 57/100).
Which is more affordable, Blue Haven or Buff Point?
Blue Haven is more affordable, with a median house price of $819K versus $847K.
Which has better public transport, Blue Haven or Buff Point?
Blue Haven has the higher transport score (Blue Haven 60/100 vs Buff Point 46/100).
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