Carnes Hill vs Prestons
The verdict
Prestons is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.25M versus $1.50M in Carnes Hill. Prestons rates higher for transport (53 vs 45). Prestons is closer to the coast (24.6 km vs 26.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, Prestons rates higher (78 vs 73/100 in Carnes Hill).
Scores
| Carnes Hill | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 61 | 65 |
| Transport | 45 | 53 |
| Education | 57 | 54 |
| Liveability | 80 | 86 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Carnes Hill | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,332 | 15,694 |
| Median age | 32 | 34 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,630 | $2,310 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 42.8% | 39.0% |
| Born in Australia | 51.8% | 52.9% |
| Avg household size | 3.8 | 3.6 |
Growth: Carnes Hill Stable · Prestons Stable
Property
| Carnes Hill | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.50M | $1.25M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $950K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 11.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $800 | $700 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 2.9% |
| Days on market (house) | 71 | 48 |
Median price history
Safety
| Carnes Hill | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 73 | 78 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 150 | 51 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 180 | 249 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 450 | 401 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,042 | 3,384 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Carnes Hill | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 5 |
| Government | 0 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,059 | 1,053 |
See the full school list on each profile: Carnes Hill · Prestons
Transport
| Carnes Hill | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 45 | 53 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 5 | 84 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 95 | 89 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.6 km | 3.3 km |
Liveability
| Carnes Hill | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 870 | 870 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 7 | 8 |
| Parks | 2 | 26 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 16 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 79 |
| Medical GPs | 3 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 26.9 km | 24.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 33.9 km | 31.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 7.8 km | 5.9 km |
Population & growth
| Carnes Hill | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,332 | 15,694 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,532 | 15,477 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,538 | 16,052 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.47% | -0.35% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Carnes Hill or Prestons?
Prestons has the higher residential safety score (Carnes Hill 73/100 vs Prestons 78/100).
Which is more affordable, Carnes Hill or Prestons?
Prestons is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.25M versus $1.50M.
Which has better schools, Carnes Hill or Prestons?
Carnes Hill has a higher average school ICSEA (Carnes Hill 1059 vs Prestons 1053; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Carnes Hill or Prestons?
Prestons has the higher transport score (Carnes Hill 45/100 vs Prestons 53/100).
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