Elizabeth Grove vs Hillbank
The verdict
Elizabeth Grove is more affordable, with a median house price of $620K versus $764K in Hillbank. Elizabeth Grove rates higher for transport (77 vs 61). Hillbank rates higher for education (38 vs 30). Elizabeth Grove is closer to the coast (11.8 km vs 13.3 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hillbank rates higher (70 vs 5/100 in Elizabeth Grove).
Scores
| Elizabeth Grove | Hillbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 52 | 49 |
| Transport | 77 | 61 |
| Education | 30 | 38 |
| Liveability | 47 | 46 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Elizabeth Grove | Hillbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,531 | 5,013 |
| Median age | 36 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $825 | $1,813 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 12.4% | 23.2% |
| Born in Australia | 62.1% | 73.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.7 |
Growth: Elizabeth Grove Stable · Hillbank Moderate Growth
Property
| Elizabeth Grove | Hillbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $620K | $764K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 8.3% | 14.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $500 | $590 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.8% | 3.8% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Elizabeth Grove | Hillbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 5 | 70 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 1,106 | 279 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 632 | 100 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 11,774 | 5,984 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Elizabeth Grove | Hillbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 909 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Elizabeth Grove · Hillbank
Transport
| Elizabeth Grove | Hillbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 77 | 61 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 18 | 28 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 79 | 81 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.4 km | 2.9 km |
Liveability
| Elizabeth Grove | Hillbank | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 2 | 6 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 11.8 km | 13.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 22.3 km | 22.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.4 km | 2.5 km |
Population & growth
| Elizabeth Grove | Hillbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,531 | 5,013 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,670 | 5,115 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,779 | 5,609 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.35% | 0.50% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Elizabeth Grove or Hillbank?
Hillbank has the higher residential safety score (Elizabeth Grove 5/100 vs Hillbank 70/100).
Which is more affordable, Elizabeth Grove or Hillbank?
Elizabeth Grove is more affordable, with a median house price of $620K versus $764K.
Which has better public transport, Elizabeth Grove or Hillbank?
Elizabeth Grove has the higher transport score (Elizabeth Grove 77/100 vs Hillbank 61/100).
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