Hallett Cove vs Paralowie
The verdict
Paralowie is more affordable, with a median house price of $737K versus $943K in Hallett Cove. Hallett Cove rates higher for transport (93 vs 58). Paralowie rates higher for liveability (69 vs 43). Hallett Cove is closer to the coast (1.3 km vs 5.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hallett Cove rates higher (100 vs 60/100 in Paralowie).
Scores
| Hallett Cove | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 65 | 56 |
| Transport | 93 | 58 |
| Education | 59 | 37 |
| Liveability | 43 | 69 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hallett Cove | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,512 | 17,504 |
| Median age | 43 | 35 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,871 | $1,479 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 37.9% | 21.0% |
| Born in Australia | 65.2% | 66.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.9 |
Growth: Hallett Cove Stable · Paralowie Stable
Property
| Hallett Cove | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $943K | $737K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 4.8% | 14.7% |
| 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 | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 60 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 120 | 269 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 56 | 274 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,918 | 5,405 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hallett Cove | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 4 |
| Government | 3 | 2 |
| Independent | 1 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,018 | 953 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hallett Cove · Paralowie
Transport
| Hallett Cove | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 93 | 58 |
| Train stations | 2 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 89 | 67 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 44 | 69 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 890 m | 3.2 km |
Liveability
| Hallett Cove | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 0 |
| Parks | 24 | 21 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 14 |
| Swimming pools | 284 | 3 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 1.3 km | 5.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 18.0 km | 19.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | 7.1 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 15.1 km | 5.2 km |
Population & growth
| Hallett Cove | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 12,512 | 17,504 |
| Estimated 2025 | 12,696 | 17,999 |
| Projected 2041 | 13,045 | 18,791 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.37% | 0.70% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hallett Cove or Paralowie?
Hallett Cove has the higher residential safety score (Hallett Cove 100/100 vs Paralowie 60/100).
Which is more affordable, Hallett Cove or Paralowie?
Paralowie is more affordable, with a median house price of $737K versus $943K.
Which has better schools, Hallett Cove or Paralowie?
Hallett Cove has a higher average school ICSEA (Hallett Cove 1018 vs Paralowie 953; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hallett Cove or Paralowie?
Hallett Cove has the higher transport score (Hallett Cove 93/100 vs Paralowie 58/100).
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