Holsworthy vs Kentlyn
The verdict
Holsworthy is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.21M versus $2.66M in Kentlyn. Holsworthy rates higher for transport (86 vs 42). Holsworthy is closer to the coast (17.8 km vs 21.5 km). On the separate residential safety score, Holsworthy rates higher (100 vs 66/100 in Kentlyn).
Scores
| Holsworthy | Kentlyn | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 62 | 43 |
| Transport | 86 | 42 |
| Education | 63 | 52 |
| Liveability | 37 | 37 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Holsworthy | Kentlyn | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,657 | 726 |
| Median age | 31 | 43 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,571 | $2,066 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 47.5% | 36.0% |
| Born in Australia | 60.0% | 69.3% |
| Avg household size | 3.2 | 3.2 |
Growth: Holsworthy Moderate Growth · Kentlyn Stable
Property
| Holsworthy | Kentlyn | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.21M | $2.66M |
| Median unit price | $934K | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $850 | $610 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 34 | 49 |
Median price history
Safety
| Holsworthy | Kentlyn | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 66 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 88 | 138 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 124 | 138 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 194 | 413 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,846 | 5,372 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Holsworthy | Kentlyn | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 1 |
| Government | 2 | 1 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,055 | 981 |
See the full school list on each profile: Holsworthy · Kentlyn
Transport
| Holsworthy | Kentlyn | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 86 | 42 |
| Train stations | 1 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 25 | 18 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 77 | 125 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 7.9 km | 3.4 km |
Liveability
| Holsworthy | Kentlyn | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 870 | 870 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 9 | 1 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 64 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 17.8 km | 21.5 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 34.7 km | 37.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 10.0 km | 5.8 km |
Population & growth
| Holsworthy | Kentlyn | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,657 | 726 |
| Estimated 2025 | 5,657 | 748 |
| Projected 2041 | 6,328 | 746 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.00% | 0.75% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Holsworthy or Kentlyn?
Holsworthy has the higher residential safety score (Holsworthy 100/100 vs Kentlyn 66/100).
Which is more affordable, Holsworthy or Kentlyn?
Holsworthy is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.21M versus $2.66M.
Which has better schools, Holsworthy or Kentlyn?
Holsworthy has a higher average school ICSEA (Holsworthy 1055 vs Kentlyn 981; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Holsworthy or Kentlyn?
Holsworthy has the higher transport score (Holsworthy 86/100 vs Kentlyn 42/100).
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