Bootawa vs Dollys Flat
The verdict
Bootawa is more affordable, with a median house price of $915K versus $920K in Dollys Flat. Bootawa rates higher for education (38 vs 28). Dollys Flat rates higher for transport (35 vs 0). Bootawa is closer to the coast (21.1 km vs 29.4 km).
Scores
BootawaDollys Flat
| Bootawa | Dollys Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 19 | 28 |
| Transport | 0 | 35 |
| Education | 38 | 28 |
| Liveability | 22 | 22 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Bootawa | Dollys Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 174 | 65 |
| Median age | 57 | 54 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,204 | $1,208 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 30.8% | 17.5% |
| Born in Australia | 84.5% | 90.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.5 |
Growth: Bootawa Moderate Growth · Dollys Flat Moderate Growth
Property
| Bootawa | Dollys Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $915K | $920K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $550 | $500 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 51 | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Bootawa | Dollys Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | — | — |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 0 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 0 | 0 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 0 | 0 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,448 | 0 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Bootawa | Dollys Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 0 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Bootawa · Dollys Flat
Transport
| Bootawa | Dollys Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 0 | 35 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 5.1 km | 3.8 km |
Liveability
| Bootawa | Dollys Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 28.0°C | 28.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.5°C | 18.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,150 | 1,150 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 1 | 0 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 21.1 km | 29.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 241.9 km | 245.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 9.1 km | 15.5 km |
Population & growth
| Bootawa | Dollys Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 174 | 65 |
| Estimated 2025 | 182 | 68 |
| Projected 2041 | 210 | 78 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.13% | 1.13% |
Common questions
Which is more affordable, Bootawa or Dollys Flat?
Bootawa is more affordable, with a median house price of $915K versus $920K.
Which has better public transport, Bootawa or Dollys Flat?
Dollys Flat has the higher transport score (Bootawa 0/100 vs Dollys Flat 35/100).
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