Hoxton Park vs Prestons
The verdict
Hoxton Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.18M versus $1.25M in Prestons. Hoxton Park rates higher for transport (58 vs 53). Prestons rates higher for education (54 vs 49). Prestons is closer to the coast (24.6 km vs 26.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hoxton Park rates higher (100 vs 78/100 in Prestons).
Scores
| Hoxton Park | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 64 | 65 |
| Transport | 58 | 53 |
| Education | 49 | 54 |
| Liveability | 84 | 86 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hoxton Park | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,572 | 15,694 |
| Median age | 35 | 34 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,960 | $2,310 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 32.5% | 39.0% |
| Born in Australia | 49.2% | 52.9% |
| Avg household size | 3.5 | 3.6 |
Growth: Hoxton Park Stable · Prestons Stable
Property
| Hoxton Park | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.18M | $1.25M |
| Median unit price | $863K | $950K |
| House price YoY | 16.5% | 11.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $800 | $700 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.9% | 2.9% |
| Days on market (house) | 44 | 48 |
Median price history
Safety
| Hoxton Park | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 78 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 22 | 51 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 109 | 249 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 394 | 401 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,040 | 3,384 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hoxton Park | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 5 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 1 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,011 | 1,053 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hoxton Park · Prestons
Transport
| Hoxton Park | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 58 | 53 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 20 | 84 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 92 | 89 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.4 km | 3.3 km |
Liveability
| Hoxton Park | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 8 |
| Parks | 4 | 26 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 16 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 79 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 26.4 km | 24.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 32.9 km | 31.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.8 km | 5.9 km |
Population & growth
| Hoxton Park | Prestons | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,572 | 15,694 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,847 | 15,477 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,854 | 16,052 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.47% | -0.35% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hoxton Park or Prestons?
Hoxton Park has the higher residential safety score (Hoxton Park 100/100 vs Prestons 78/100).
Which is more affordable, Hoxton Park or Prestons?
Hoxton Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.18M versus $1.25M.
Which has better schools, Hoxton Park or Prestons?
Prestons has a higher average school ICSEA (Hoxton Park 1011 vs Prestons 1053; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hoxton Park or Prestons?
Hoxton Park has the higher transport score (Hoxton Park 58/100 vs Prestons 53/100).
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