Hallett Cove vs Parafield Gardens
The verdict
Parafield Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $829K versus $943K in Hallett Cove. Hallett Cove rates higher for education (59 vs 49). Parafield Gardens rates higher for liveability (62 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 71/100 in Parafield Gardens).
Scores
| Hallett Cove | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 65 | 68 |
| Transport | 93 | 91 |
| Education | 59 | 49 |
| Liveability | 43 | 62 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hallett Cove | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,512 | 18,467 |
| Median age | 43 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,871 | $1,384 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 37.9% | 33.8% |
| Born in Australia | 65.2% | 55.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.9 |
Growth: Hallett Cove Stable · Parafield Gardens —
Property
| Hallett Cove | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $943K | $829K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 4.8% | 25.1% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $600 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.4% | 3.6% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Hallett Cove | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 71 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 120 | 211 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 56 | 217 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,918 | 4,765 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hallett Cove | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 6 |
| Government | 3 | 4 |
| Independent | 1 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,018 | 974 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hallett Cove · Parafield Gardens
Transport
| Hallett Cove | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 93 | 91 |
| Train stations | 2 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 89 | 70 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 44 | 41 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 890 m | 1.5 km |
Liveability
| Hallett Cove | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 1 |
| Parks | 24 | 22 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 7 |
| Swimming pools | 284 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 1.3 km | 5.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 18.0 km | 16.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | 8.6 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 15.1 km | 6.2 km |
Population & growth
| Hallett Cove | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 12,512 | 18,467 |
| Estimated 2025 | 12,696 | 18,351 |
| Projected 2041 | 13,045 | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 0.37% | -0.16% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hallett Cove or Parafield Gardens?
Hallett Cove has the higher residential safety score (Hallett Cove 100/100 vs Parafield Gardens 71/100).
Which is more affordable, Hallett Cove or Parafield Gardens?
Parafield Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $829K versus $943K.
Which has better schools, Hallett Cove or Parafield Gardens?
Hallett Cove has a higher average school ICSEA (Hallett Cove 1018 vs Parafield Gardens 974; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hallett Cove or Parafield Gardens?
Hallett Cove has the higher transport score (Hallett Cove 93/100 vs Parafield Gardens 91/100).
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