Doveton vs Lysterfield South
The verdict
Doveton is more affordable, with a median house price of $594K versus $1.73M in Lysterfield South. Doveton rates higher for transport (59 vs 0). Lysterfield South rates higher for education (62 vs 49). Doveton is closer to the coast (12.9 km vs 16.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, Lysterfield South rates higher (74 vs 23/100 in Doveton).
Scores
| Doveton | Lysterfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 66 | 43 |
| Transport | 59 | 0 |
| Education | 49 | 62 |
| Liveability | 88 | 69 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Doveton | Lysterfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,603 | 994 |
| Median age | 34 | 44 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,273 | $3,223 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 28.0% | 41.8% |
| Born in Australia | 36.4% | 64.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 3.4 |
Growth: Doveton High Growth · Lysterfield South High Growth
Property
| Doveton | Lysterfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $594K | $1.73M |
| Median unit price | $518K | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 6.3% | 4.4% |
| 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 | Lysterfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 23 | 74 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 937 | 402 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 812 | 201 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 968 | 201 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 11,028 | 2,415 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Doveton | Lysterfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 7 | 0 |
| Government | 4 | 0 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 941 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Doveton · Lysterfield South
Transport
| Doveton | Lysterfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 59 | 0 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 36 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 105 | 104 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.5 km | 6.5 km |
Liveability
| Doveton | Lysterfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 0 |
| Parks | 14 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 12.9 km | 16.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 31.0 km | 30.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 5.9 km | 5.0 km |
Population & growth
| Doveton | Lysterfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 9,603 | 994 |
| Estimated 2025 | 10,268 | 993 |
| Projected 2041 | 15,011 | 1,554 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.69% | -0.03% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Doveton or Lysterfield South?
Lysterfield South has the higher residential safety score (Doveton 23/100 vs Lysterfield South 74/100).
Which is more affordable, Doveton or Lysterfield South?
Doveton is more affordable, with a median house price of $594K versus $1.73M.
Which has better public transport, Doveton or Lysterfield South?
Doveton has the higher transport score (Doveton 59/100 vs Lysterfield South 0/100).
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