Hackham vs Noarlunga Downs
The verdict
Hackham is more affordable, with a median house price of $735K versus $745K in Noarlunga Downs. Noarlunga Downs rates higher for transport (63 vs 45). Noarlunga Downs is closer to the coast (2.7 km vs 5.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hackham rates higher (86 vs 56/100 in Noarlunga Downs).
Scores
| Hackham | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 48 | 59 |
| Transport | 45 | 63 |
| Education | 38 | 42 |
| Liveability | 59 | 69 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hackham | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,491 | 4,031 |
| Median age | 40 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,158 | $1,189 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 17.2% | 23.3% |
| Born in Australia | 77.2% | 73.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.3 |
Growth: Hackham High Growth · Noarlunga Downs Moderate Growth
Property
| Hackham | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $735K | $745K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 16.7% | -3.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $590 | $590 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Hackham | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 86 | 56 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 156 | 347 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 156 | 174 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,787 | 5,607 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hackham | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 3 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 943 | 976 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hackham · Noarlunga Downs
Transport
| Hackham | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 45 | 63 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 21 | 34 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 90 | 93 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.4 km | 1.9 km |
Liveability
| Hackham | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 6 | 0 |
| Parks | 6 | 9 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 56 | 10 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 5.1 km | 2.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 26.1 km | 27.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 8.2 km | 6.8 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 23.5 km | 24.3 km |
Population & growth
| Hackham | Noarlunga Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,491 | 4,031 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,777 | 4,082 |
| Projected 2041 | 6,982 | 4,608 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.56% | 0.31% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hackham or Noarlunga Downs?
Hackham has the higher residential safety score (Hackham 86/100 vs Noarlunga Downs 56/100).
Which is more affordable, Hackham or Noarlunga Downs?
Hackham is more affordable, with a median house price of $735K versus $745K.
Which has better schools, Hackham or Noarlunga Downs?
Noarlunga Downs has a higher average school ICSEA (Hackham 943 vs Noarlunga Downs 976; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hackham or Noarlunga Downs?
Noarlunga Downs has the higher transport score (Hackham 45/100 vs Noarlunga Downs 63/100).
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