Hackham vs Hackham West
The verdict
Hackham West is more affordable, with a median house price of $724K versus $735K in Hackham. Hackham West rates higher for transport (62 vs 45). Hackham West has a shorter estimated CBD commute (87 vs 90 min). On the separate residential safety score, Hackham rates higher (86 vs 39/100 in Hackham West).
Scores
| Hackham | Hackham West | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 48 | 59 |
| Transport | 45 | 62 |
| Education | 38 | 35 |
| Liveability | 59 | 76 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hackham | Hackham West | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,491 | 3,620 |
| Median age | 40 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,158 | $928 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 17.2% | 13.6% |
| Born in Australia | 77.2% | 74.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.3 |
Growth: Hackham High Growth · Hackham West Stable
Property
| Hackham | Hackham West | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $735K | $724K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 16.7% | 18.1% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $590 | $550 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Hackham | Hackham West | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 86 | 39 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 156 | 442 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 156 | 193 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,787 | 8,011 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hackham | Hackham West | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 943 | 888 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hackham · Hackham West
Transport
| Hackham | Hackham West | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 45 | 62 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 21 | 22 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 90 | 87 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.4 km | 2.1 km |
Liveability
| Hackham | Hackham West | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 3 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 6 | 0 |
| Parks | 6 | 12 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 6 |
| Swimming pools | 56 | 6 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 5.1 km | 4.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 26.1 km | 25.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 8.2 km | 8.9 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 23.5 km | 22.3 km |
Population & growth
| Hackham | Hackham West | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,491 | 3,620 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,777 | 3,720 |
| Projected 2041 | 6,982 | 3,813 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.56% | 0.68% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hackham or Hackham West?
Hackham has the higher residential safety score (Hackham 86/100 vs Hackham West 39/100).
Which is more affordable, Hackham or Hackham West?
Hackham West is more affordable, with a median house price of $724K versus $735K.
Which has better schools, Hackham or Hackham West?
Hackham has a higher average school ICSEA (Hackham 943 vs Hackham West 888; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hackham or Hackham West?
Hackham West has the higher transport score (Hackham 45/100 vs Hackham West 62/100).
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