Dunmore vs Shell Cove
The verdict
Dunmore is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.18M versus $1.46M in Shell Cove. Dunmore rates higher for transport (82 vs 52). Shell Cove rates higher for liveability (60 vs 24). Shell Cove is closer to the coast (530 m vs 3.0 km).
Scores
| Dunmore | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 52 | 54 |
| Transport | 82 | 52 |
| Education | 49 | 50 |
| Liveability | 24 | 60 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Dunmore | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 318 | 7,591 |
| Median age | 41 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,214 | $2,452 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 31.9% | 34.0% |
| Born in Australia | 82.7% | 80.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 3 |
Growth: Dunmore High Growth · Shell Cove High Growth
Property
| Dunmore | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.18M | $1.46M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $1.25M |
| House price YoY | 7.9% | 4.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $800 | $800 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.6% | 2.7% |
| Days on market (house) | 54 | 56 |
Median price history
Safety
| Dunmore | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | — | 73 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 629 | 211 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 943 | 263 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 629 | 145 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 14,151 | 2,872 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Dunmore | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 2 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,099 | 1,049 |
See the full school list on each profile: Dunmore · Shell Cove
Transport
| Dunmore | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 82 | 52 |
| Train stations | 2 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 8 | 29 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 157 | 226 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.3 km | 2.2 km |
Liveability
| Dunmore | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.0°C | 25.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,250 | 1,250 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 6 |
| Parks | 2 | 21 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 9 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 3.0 km | 530 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 90.2 km | 86.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 3.1 km | 570 m |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 7.0 km | 5.1 km |
Population & growth
| Dunmore | Shell Cove | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 318 | 7,591 |
| Estimated 2025 | 344 | 8,213 |
| Projected 2041 | 588 | 14,025 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.98% | 1.99% |
Common questions
Which is more affordable, Dunmore or Shell Cove?
Dunmore is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.18M versus $1.46M.
Which has better schools, Dunmore or Shell Cove?
Dunmore has a higher average school ICSEA (Dunmore 1099 vs Shell Cove 1049; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Dunmore or Shell Cove?
Dunmore has the higher transport score (Dunmore 82/100 vs Shell Cove 52/100).
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