Doveton vs Hallam
The verdict
Doveton is more affordable, with a median house price of $594K versus $717K in Hallam. Doveton rates higher for liveability (88 vs 73). Hallam rates higher for transport (92 vs 59). Doveton is closer to the coast (12.9 km vs 14.6 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hallam rates higher (62 vs 23/100 in Doveton).
Scores
| Doveton | Hallam | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 66 | 74 |
| Transport | 59 | 92 |
| Education | 49 | 53 |
| Liveability | 88 | 73 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Doveton | Hallam | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,603 | 11,355 |
| Median age | 34 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,273 | $1,489 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 28.0% | 33.3% |
| Born in Australia | 36.4% | 41.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 3 |
Growth: Doveton High Growth · Hallam High Growth
Property
| Doveton | Hallam | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $594K | $717K |
| Median unit price | $518K | $557K |
| House price YoY | 6.3% | 5.7% |
| 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
| Doveton | Hallam | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 23 | 62 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 937 | 167 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 812 | 854 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 968 | 423 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 11,028 | 8,683 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Doveton | Hallam | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 7 | 2 |
| Government | 4 | 2 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 941 | 958 |
Transport
| Doveton | Hallam | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 59 | 92 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 36 | 55 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 105 | 77 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.5 km | 1.2 km |
Liveability
| Doveton | Hallam | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 13 |
| Parks | 14 | 26 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 13 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 12.9 km | 14.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 31.0 km | 34.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 5.9 km | 8.2 km |
Population & growth
| Doveton | Hallam | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 9,603 | 11,355 |
| Estimated 2025 | 10,268 | 11,757 |
| Projected 2041 | 15,011 | 17,750 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.69% | 0.87% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Doveton or Hallam?
Hallam has the higher residential safety score (Doveton 23/100 vs Hallam 62/100).
Which is more affordable, Doveton or Hallam?
Doveton is more affordable, with a median house price of $594K versus $717K.
Which has better schools, Doveton or Hallam?
Hallam has a higher average school ICSEA (Doveton 941 vs Hallam 958; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Doveton or Hallam?
Hallam has the higher transport score (Doveton 59/100 vs Hallam 92/100).
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