Gawler East vs Gawler South
The verdict
Gawler South is more affordable, with a median house price of $741K versus $760K in Gawler East. Gawler South rates higher for transport (86 vs 60). Gawler South is closer to the coast (24.3 km vs 25.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, Gawler East rates higher (96 vs 59/100 in Gawler South).
Scores
| Gawler East | Gawler South | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 56 | 66 |
| Transport | 60 | 86 |
| Education | 46 | 43 |
| Liveability | 61 | 66 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Gawler East | Gawler South | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,689 | 2,618 |
| Median age | 46 | 46 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,569 | $1,238 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 26.3% | 25.1% |
| Born in Australia | 79.0% | 77.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2.2 |
Growth: Gawler East High Growth · Gawler South High Growth
Property
| Gawler East | Gawler South | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $760K | $741K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 16.2% | 45.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $575 | $535 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.5% | 2.8% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Gawler East | Gawler South | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 96 | 59 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 88 | 306 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 158 | 115 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,428 | 5,997 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Gawler East | Gawler South | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,022 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Gawler East · Gawler South
Transport
| Gawler East | Gawler South | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 60 | 86 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 28 | 13 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 130 | 84 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.8 km | 980 m |
Liveability
| Gawler East | Gawler South | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 2 |
| Parks | 2 | 1 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 2 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 25.9 km | 24.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 39.2 km | 37.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.3 km | 2.1 km |
Population & growth
| Gawler East | Gawler South | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,689 | 2,618 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,265 | 2,883 |
| Projected 2041 | 9,192 | 4,230 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.44% | 2.44% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Gawler East or Gawler South?
Gawler East has the higher residential safety score (Gawler East 96/100 vs Gawler South 59/100).
Which is more affordable, Gawler East or Gawler South?
Gawler South is more affordable, with a median house price of $741K versus $760K.
Which has better public transport, Gawler East or Gawler South?
Gawler South has the higher transport score (Gawler East 60/100 vs Gawler South 86/100).
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