Elizabeth Downs vs Smithfield
The verdict
Elizabeth Downs is more affordable, with a median house price of $619K versus $638K in Smithfield. Smithfield rates higher for transport (89 vs 74). Smithfield has a shorter estimated CBD commute (64 vs 93 min). On the separate residential safety score, Smithfield rates higher (19 vs 5/100 in Elizabeth Downs).
Scores
| Elizabeth Downs | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 54 | 62 |
| Transport | 74 | 89 |
| Education | 25 | 28 |
| Liveability | 58 | 64 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Elizabeth Downs | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,160 | 2,482 |
| Median age | 34 | 35 |
| Median household income (wk) | $970 | $1,049 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 10.2% | 13.8% |
| Born in Australia | 71.0% | 63.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.5 |
Growth: Elizabeth Downs Moderate Growth · Smithfield Moderate Growth
Property
| Elizabeth Downs | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $619K | $638K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 11.6% | 11.7% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $490 | $515 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Elizabeth Downs | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 5 | 19 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 1,085 | 363 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 736 | 927 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 13,236 | 42,909 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Elizabeth Downs | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 0 |
| Government | 2 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 910 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Elizabeth Downs · Smithfield
Transport
| Elizabeth Downs | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 74 | 89 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 42 | 16 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 93 | 64 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.8 km | 290 m |
Liveability
| Elizabeth Downs | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 3 |
| Parks | 7 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 15.1 km | 15.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 26.9 km | 28.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.0 km | 7.3 km |
Population & growth
| Elizabeth Downs | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,160 | 2,482 |
| Estimated 2025 | 5,339 | 2,568 |
| Projected 2041 | 5,750 | 2,766 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.86% | 0.86% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Elizabeth Downs or Smithfield?
Smithfield has the higher residential safety score (Elizabeth Downs 5/100 vs Smithfield 19/100).
Which is more affordable, Elizabeth Downs or Smithfield?
Elizabeth Downs is more affordable, with a median house price of $619K versus $638K.
Which has better public transport, Elizabeth Downs or Smithfield?
Smithfield has the higher transport score (Elizabeth Downs 74/100 vs Smithfield 89/100).
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