Hughesdale vs Huntingdale
The verdict
Huntingdale is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.22M versus $1.50M in Hughesdale. Hughesdale rates higher for transport (85 vs 80). Hughesdale is closer to the coast (8.4 km vs 10.0 km). On the separate residential safety score, Huntingdale rates higher (56 vs 49/100 in Hughesdale).
Scores
| Hughesdale | Huntingdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 92 | 88 |
| Transport | 85 | 80 |
| Education | 93 | 88 |
| Liveability | 98 | 96 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hughesdale | Huntingdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,563 | 1,949 |
| Median age | 38 | 35 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,057 | $1,996 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 63.2% | 58.5% |
| Born in Australia | 58.0% | 57.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.7 |
Growth: Hughesdale Moderate Growth · Huntingdale Moderate Growth
Property
| Hughesdale | Huntingdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.50M | $1.22M |
| Median unit price | $720K | $488K |
| House price YoY | 29.8% | -3.8% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Hughesdale | Huntingdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 49 | 56 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 780 | 308 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 476 | 1,026 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 132 | 103 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,448 | 7,183 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hughesdale | Huntingdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,108 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Hughesdale · Huntingdale
Transport
| Hughesdale | Huntingdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 85 | 80 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 33 | 8 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 54 | 62 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 640 m | 660 m |
Liveability
| Hughesdale | Huntingdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 11 | 10 |
| Parks | 4 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 8.4 km | 10.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 14.1 km | 16.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 8.5 km | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.8 km | 6.0 km |
Population & growth
| Hughesdale | Huntingdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 7,563 | 1,949 |
| Estimated 2025 | 8,048 | 2,131 |
| Projected 2041 | 9,727 | 2,507 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.57% | 2.26% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hughesdale or Huntingdale?
Huntingdale has the higher residential safety score (Hughesdale 49/100 vs Huntingdale 56/100).
Which is more affordable, Hughesdale or Huntingdale?
Huntingdale is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.22M versus $1.50M.
Which has better public transport, Hughesdale or Huntingdale?
Hughesdale has the higher transport score (Hughesdale 85/100 vs Huntingdale 80/100).
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