Glen Forrest vs Mahogany Creek
The verdict
Glen Forrest rates higher for liveability (30 vs 19). Glen Forrest is closer to the coast (33.0 km vs 35.3 km).
Scores
Glen ForrestMahogany Creek
| Glen Forrest | Mahogany Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 38 | 32 |
| Transport | 28 | 27 |
| Education | 60 | 53 |
| Liveability | 30 | 19 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Glen Forrest | Mahogany Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,789 | 829 |
| Median age | 45 | 46 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,103 | $2,169 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 40.7% | 29.2% |
| Born in Australia | 70.7% | 72.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.7 |
Growth: Glen Forrest Stable · Mahogany Creek Moderate Growth
Property
| Glen Forrest | Mahogany Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| 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
Data not available
Safety
| Glen Forrest | Mahogany Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 70 | 69 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 323 | 362 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 143 | 121 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 1,004 | 965 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,424 | 6,424 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Glen Forrest | Mahogany Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,087 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Glen Forrest · Mahogany Creek
Transport
| Glen Forrest | Mahogany Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 28 | 27 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 35 | 15 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 83 | 90 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 10.2 km | 12.3 km |
Liveability
| Glen Forrest | Mahogany Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.5°C | 30.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.5°C | 18.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 730 | 730 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 0 |
| Parks | 3 | 0 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 33.0 km | 35.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 23.6 km | 25.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 9.6 km | 11.8 km |
Population & growth
| Glen Forrest | Mahogany Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,789 | 829 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,937 | 876 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,009 | 1,018 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.30% | 1.39% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Glen Forrest or Mahogany Creek?
Glen Forrest has the higher residential safety score (Glen Forrest 70/100 vs Mahogany Creek 69/100).
Which has better public transport, Glen Forrest or Mahogany Creek?
Glen Forrest has the higher transport score (Glen Forrest 28/100 vs Mahogany Creek 27/100).
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