Dolans Bay vs Port Hacking
The verdict
Port Hacking is more affordable, with a median house price of $3.12M versus $4.42M in Dolans Bay. Dolans Bay rates higher for transport (72 vs 59). Dolans Bay has a shorter estimated CBD commute (79 vs 81 min).
Scores
| Dolans Bay | Port Hacking | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 75 | 68 |
| Transport | 72 | 59 |
| Education | 74 | 77 |
| Liveability | 80 | 69 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Dolans Bay | Port Hacking | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 699 | 1,210 |
| Median age | 41 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $3,542 | $3,394 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 46.3% | 50.5% |
| Born in Australia | 86.1% | 83.0% |
| Avg household size | 3.2 | 3.2 |
Growth: Dolans Bay Stable · Port Hacking Stable
Property
| Dolans Bay | Port Hacking | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $4.42M | $3.12M |
| Median unit price | $2.72M | $2.06M |
| House price YoY | Data not available | -19.0% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,150 | $1,150 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 1.9% |
| Days on market (house) | 82 | 71 |
Median price history
Safety
| Dolans Bay | Port Hacking | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 99 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 0 | 165 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 0 | 0 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 143 | 165 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 715 | 1,488 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Dolans Bay | Port Hacking | |
|---|---|---|
| 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: Dolans Bay · Port Hacking
Transport
| Dolans Bay | Port Hacking | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 72 | 59 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 5 | 3 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 79 | 81 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.4 km | 2.8 km |
Liveability
| Dolans Bay | Port Hacking | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,090 | 1,090 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 5 |
| Parks | 1 | 3 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.7 km | 2.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 22.5 km | 22.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.7 km | 2.7 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 10.8 km | 11.2 km |
Population & growth
| Dolans Bay | Port Hacking | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 699 | 1,210 |
| Estimated 2025 | 713 | 1,234 |
| Projected 2041 | 709 | 1,227 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.50% | 0.49% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Dolans Bay or Port Hacking?
Dolans Bay has the higher residential safety score (Dolans Bay 100/100 vs Port Hacking 99/100).
Which is more affordable, Dolans Bay or Port Hacking?
Port Hacking is more affordable, with a median house price of $3.12M versus $4.42M.
Which has better public transport, Dolans Bay or Port Hacking?
Dolans Bay has the higher transport score (Dolans Bay 72/100 vs Port Hacking 59/100).
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