Holmesville vs Killingworth
The verdict
Holmesville is more affordable, with a median house price of $835K versus $970K in Killingworth. Holmesville rates higher for transport (56 vs 21). Holmesville is closer to the coast (14.9 km vs 17.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, Holmesville rates higher (76 vs 69/100 in Killingworth).
Scores
| Holmesville | Killingworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 50 | 25 |
| Transport | 56 | 21 |
| Education | 37 | 32 |
| Liveability | 54 | 22 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Holmesville | Killingworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,413 | 690 |
| Median age | 38 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,884 | $2,091 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 16.4% | 16.8% |
| Born in Australia | 91.2% | 94.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 3.1 |
Growth: Holmesville Moderate Growth · Killingworth Moderate Growth
Property
| Holmesville | Killingworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $835K | $970K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $520 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 25 | 38 |
Median price history
Safety
| Holmesville | Killingworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 76 | 69 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 142 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 142 | 435 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 425 | 435 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,105 | 4,203 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Holmesville | Killingworth | |
|---|---|---|
| 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: Holmesville · Killingworth
Transport
| Holmesville | Killingworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 56 | 21 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 19 | 14 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.7 km | 6.8 km |
Liveability
| Holmesville | Killingworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.5°C | 27.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 3 | 1 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 14.9 km | 17.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 112.0 km | 109.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 10.7 km | 13.9 km |
Population & growth
| Holmesville | Killingworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,413 | 690 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,473 | 719 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,782 | 870 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.05% | 1.03% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Holmesville or Killingworth?
Holmesville has the higher residential safety score (Holmesville 76/100 vs Killingworth 69/100).
Which is more affordable, Holmesville or Killingworth?
Holmesville is more affordable, with a median house price of $835K versus $970K.
Which has better public transport, Holmesville or Killingworth?
Holmesville has the higher transport score (Holmesville 56/100 vs Killingworth 21/100).
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