Hackham West vs Huntfield Heights
The verdict
Huntfield Heights is more affordable, with a median house price of $719K versus $724K in Hackham West. Hackham West rates higher for liveability (76 vs 64). Hackham West has a shorter estimated CBD commute (87 vs 91 min).
Scores
| Hackham West | Huntfield Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 59 | 54 |
| Transport | 62 | 59 |
| Education | 35 | 36 |
| Liveability | 76 | 64 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hackham West | Huntfield Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,620 | 4,199 |
| Median age | 41 | 37 |
| Median household income (wk) | $928 | $1,239 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 13.6% | 14.9% |
| Born in Australia | 74.6% | 76.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.4 |
Growth: Hackham West Stable · Huntfield Heights Stable
Property
| Hackham West | Huntfield Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $724K | $719K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 18.1% | 9.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $550 | $590 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.8% | 4.0% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Hackham West | Huntfield Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 39 | 42 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 442 | 405 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 193 | 191 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 8,011 | 5,311 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hackham West | Huntfield Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 888 | 858 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hackham West · Huntfield Heights
Transport
| Hackham West | Huntfield Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 62 | 59 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 22 | 21 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 87 | 91 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.1 km | 2.5 km |
Liveability
| Hackham West | Huntfield Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 | 1 |
| Parks | 12 | 10 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 6 | 39 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 4.1 km | 4.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 25.0 km | 26.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 8.9 km | 7.7 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 22.3 km | 23.6 km |
Population & growth
| Hackham West | Huntfield Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,620 | 4,199 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,720 | 4,315 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,813 | 4,423 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.68% | 0.68% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hackham West or Huntfield Heights?
Huntfield Heights has the higher residential safety score (Hackham West 39/100 vs Huntfield Heights 42/100).
Which is more affordable, Hackham West or Huntfield Heights?
Huntfield Heights is more affordable, with a median house price of $719K versus $724K.
Which has better schools, Hackham West or Huntfield Heights?
Hackham West has a higher average school ICSEA (Hackham West 888 vs Huntfield Heights 858; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hackham West or Huntfield Heights?
Hackham West has the higher transport score (Hackham West 62/100 vs Huntfield Heights 59/100).
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