Hallett Cove vs Morphett Vale
The verdict
Morphett Vale is more affordable, with a median house price of $768K versus $943K in Hallett Cove. Hallett Cove rates higher for transport (93 vs 62). Morphett Vale rates higher for liveability (75 vs 43). Hallett Cove is closer to the coast (1.3 km vs 5.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hallett Cove rates higher (100 vs 70/100 in Morphett Vale).
Scores
| Hallett Cove | Morphett Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 65 | 61 |
| Transport | 93 | 62 |
| Education | 59 | 42 |
| Liveability | 43 | 75 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hallett Cove | Morphett Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,512 | 24,002 |
| Median age | 43 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,871 | $1,199 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 37.9% | 19.8% |
| Born in Australia | 65.2% | 74.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.3 |
Growth: Hallett Cove Stable · Morphett Vale Stable
Property
| Hallett Cove | Morphett Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $943K | $768K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 4.8% | 11.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $600 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.4% | 4.0% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Hallett Cove | Morphett Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 70 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 120 | 250 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 56 | 150 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,918 | 6,200 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hallett Cove | Morphett Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 13 |
| Government | 3 | 6 |
| Independent | 1 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,018 | 993 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hallett Cove · Morphett Vale
Transport
| Hallett Cove | Morphett Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 93 | 62 |
| Train stations | 2 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 89 | 132 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 44 | 79 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 890 m | 3.0 km |
Liveability
| Hallett Cove | Morphett Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 8 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 14 |
| Parks | 24 | 67 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 14 |
| Swimming pools | 284 | 84 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 1.3 km | 5.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 18.0 km | 22.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 15.1 km | 19.7 km |
Population & growth
| Hallett Cove | Morphett Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 12,512 | 24,002 |
| Estimated 2025 | 12,696 | 24,425 |
| Projected 2041 | 13,045 | 24,805 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.37% | 0.44% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hallett Cove or Morphett Vale?
Hallett Cove has the higher residential safety score (Hallett Cove 100/100 vs Morphett Vale 70/100).
Which is more affordable, Hallett Cove or Morphett Vale?
Morphett Vale is more affordable, with a median house price of $768K versus $943K.
Which has better schools, Hallett Cove or Morphett Vale?
Hallett Cove has a higher average school ICSEA (Hallett Cove 1018 vs Morphett Vale 993; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hallett Cove or Morphett Vale?
Hallett Cove has the higher transport score (Hallett Cove 93/100 vs Morphett Vale 62/100).
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