Cape Schanck vs Flinders
The verdict
Cape Schanck is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.59M versus $2.40M in Flinders. Flinders rates higher for transport (14 vs 0). Flinders has a shorter estimated CBD commute (227 vs 228 min).
Scores
| Cape Schanck | Flinders | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 24 | 36 |
| Transport | 0 | 14 |
| Education | 58 | 71 |
| Liveability | 19 | 29 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Cape Schanck | Flinders | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 569 | 1,130 |
| Median age | 55 | 63 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,189 | $2,104 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 44.0% | 52.2% |
| Born in Australia | 72.4% | 71.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2.1 |
Growth: Cape Schanck Moderate Growth · Flinders Moderate Growth
Property
| Cape Schanck | Flinders | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.59M | $2.40M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 8.8% | -8.2% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Cape Schanck | Flinders | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 19 | 17 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 1,230 | 1,416 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 879 | 88 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 176 | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,042 | 4,336 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Cape Schanck | Flinders | |
|---|---|---|
| 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: Cape Schanck · Flinders
Transport
| Cape Schanck | Flinders | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 0 | 14 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 5 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 228 | 227 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 27.7 km | 21.9 km |
Liveability
| Cape Schanck | Flinders | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 24.8°C | 24.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.0°C | 14.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 540 | 540 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 3 |
| Parks | 1 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.3 km | 3.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 72.1 km | 71.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.3 km | 3.3 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 10.8 km | 13.3 km |
Population & growth
| Cape Schanck | Flinders | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 569 | 1,130 |
| Estimated 2025 | 573 | 1,138 |
| Projected 2041 | 650 | 1,291 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.18% | 0.18% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Cape Schanck or Flinders?
Cape Schanck has the higher residential safety score (Cape Schanck 19/100 vs Flinders 17/100).
Which is more affordable, Cape Schanck or Flinders?
Cape Schanck is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.59M versus $2.40M.
Which has better public transport, Cape Schanck or Flinders?
Flinders has the higher transport score (Cape Schanck 0/100 vs Flinders 14/100).
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