Hampstead Gardens vs Lightsview
The verdict
Lightsview is more affordable, with a median house price of $835K versus $1.23M in Hampstead Gardens. Hampstead Gardens rates higher for transport (76 vs 64). Lightsview is closer to the coast (8.8 km vs 9.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hampstead Gardens rates higher (74 vs 68/100 in Lightsview).
Scores
| Hampstead Gardens | Lightsview | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 78 | 73 |
| Transport | 76 | 64 |
| Education | 78 | 80 |
| Liveability | 79 | 77 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hampstead Gardens | Lightsview | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,535 | 6,090 |
| Median age | 35 | 32 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,559 | $1,916 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 55.7% | 59.5% |
| Born in Australia | 54.4% | 51.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2.4 |
Growth: Hampstead Gardens Moderate Growth · Lightsview —
Property
| Hampstead Gardens | Lightsview | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.23M | $835K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 23.7% | 14.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $655 | $650 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.8% | 3.9% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Hampstead Gardens | Lightsview | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 74 | 68 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 195 | 230 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 130 | 230 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,951 | 4,105 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hampstead Gardens | Lightsview | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 0 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Hampstead Gardens · Lightsview
Transport
| Hampstead Gardens | Lightsview | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 76 | 64 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 9 | 14 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 32 | 35 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.3 km | 4.4 km |
Liveability
| Hampstead Gardens | Lightsview | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 4 |
| Parks | 1 | 12 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 8 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 9.9 km | 8.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 6.5 km | 7.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.9 km | 6.0 km |
Population & growth
| Hampstead Gardens | Lightsview | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,535 | 6,090 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,609 | 6,535 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,859 | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 1.18% | 1.78% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hampstead Gardens or Lightsview?
Hampstead Gardens has the higher residential safety score (Hampstead Gardens 74/100 vs Lightsview 68/100).
Which is more affordable, Hampstead Gardens or Lightsview?
Lightsview is more affordable, with a median house price of $835K versus $1.23M.
Which has better public transport, Hampstead Gardens or Lightsview?
Hampstead Gardens has the higher transport score (Hampstead Gardens 76/100 vs Lightsview 64/100).
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