Hallett Cove vs Happy Valley
The verdict
Happy Valley is more affordable, with a median house price of $829K versus $943K in Hallett Cove. Hallett Cove rates higher for transport (93 vs 43). Happy Valley rates higher for liveability (60 vs 43). Hallett Cove is closer to the coast (1.3 km vs 6.9 km).
Scores
| Hallett Cove | Happy Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 65 | 53 |
| Transport | 93 | 43 |
| Education | 59 | 56 |
| Liveability | 43 | 60 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hallett Cove | Happy Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,512 | 11,420 |
| Median age | 43 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,871 | $1,573 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 37.9% | 31.0% |
| Born in Australia | 65.2% | 79.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.5 |
Growth: Hallett Cove Stable · Happy Valley —
Property
| Hallett Cove | Happy Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $943K | $829K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 4.8% | 14.0% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $650 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.4% | 3.7% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Hallett Cove | Happy Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 120 | 44 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 56 | 61 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,918 | 1,778 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hallett Cove | Happy Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 2 |
| Government | 3 | 2 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,018 | 1,035 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hallett Cove · Happy Valley
Transport
| Hallett Cove | Happy Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 93 | 43 |
| Train stations | 2 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 89 | 97 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 44 | 62 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 890 m | 6.4 km |
Liveability
| Hallett Cove | Happy Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 2 |
| Parks | 24 | 26 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 6 |
| Swimming pools | 284 | 108 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 1.3 km | 6.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 18.0 km | 16.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 15.1 km | 14.3 km |
Population & growth
| Hallett Cove | Happy Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 12,512 | 11,420 |
| Estimated 2025 | 12,696 | Data not available |
| Projected 2041 | 13,045 | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 0.37% | Data not available |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hallett Cove or Happy Valley?
Hallett Cove and Happy Valley have similar residential safety scores (100 and 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Hallett Cove or Happy Valley?
Happy Valley is more affordable, with a median house price of $829K versus $943K.
Which has better schools, Hallett Cove or Happy Valley?
Happy Valley has a higher average school ICSEA (Hallett Cove 1018 vs Happy Valley 1035; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hallett Cove or Happy Valley?
Hallett Cove has the higher transport score (Hallett Cove 93/100 vs Happy Valley 43/100).
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