Kalkallo vs Mickleham
The verdict
Kalkallo is more affordable, with a median house price of $629K versus $680K in Mickleham. Kalkallo rates higher for transport (57 vs 22). Mickleham rates higher for liveability (54 vs 38). Mickleham is closer to the coast (33.0 km vs 34.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, Mickleham rates higher (59 vs 40/100 in Kalkallo).
Scores
| Kalkallo | Mickleham | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 52 | 44 |
| Transport | 57 | 22 |
| Education | 63 | 58 |
| Liveability | 38 | 54 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Kalkallo | Mickleham | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,548 | 17,452 |
| Median age | 30 | 29 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,047 | $1,968 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 45.0% | 39.9% |
| Born in Australia | 46.5% | 50.1% |
| Avg household size | 3.2 | 3.3 |
Growth: Kalkallo High Growth · Mickleham High Growth
Property
| Kalkallo | Mickleham | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $629K | $680K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $563K |
| House price YoY | -3.5% | 0.6% |
| 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
| Kalkallo | Mickleham | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 40 | 59 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 649 | 424 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 595 | 424 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 811 | 567 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,958 | 5,283 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Kalkallo | Mickleham | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 6 |
| Government | 1 | 3 |
| Independent | 1 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,028 | 1,026 |
See the full school list on each profile: Kalkallo · Mickleham
Transport
| Kalkallo | Mickleham | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 57 | 22 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 17 | 47 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 108 | 105 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.0 km | 6.2 km |
Liveability
| Kalkallo | Mickleham | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.0°C | 26.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.5°C | 13.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 530 | 530 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 1 |
| Parks | 19 | 58 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 4 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 34.8 km | 33.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 32.0 km | 30.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 14.9 km | 16.1 km |
Population & growth
| Kalkallo | Mickleham | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,548 | 17,452 |
| Estimated 2025 | 9,184 | 28,889 |
| Projected 2041 | 8,973 | 28,226 |
| Annual growth rate | 13.43% | 13.43% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Kalkallo or Mickleham?
Mickleham has the higher residential safety score (Kalkallo 40/100 vs Mickleham 59/100).
Which is more affordable, Kalkallo or Mickleham?
Kalkallo is more affordable, with a median house price of $629K versus $680K.
Which has better schools, Kalkallo or Mickleham?
Kalkallo has a higher average school ICSEA (Kalkallo 1028 vs Mickleham 1026; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Kalkallo or Mickleham?
Kalkallo has the higher transport score (Kalkallo 57/100 vs Mickleham 22/100).
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