Kallista vs Menzies Creek
The verdict
Kallista is more affordable, with a median house price of $871K versus $918K in Menzies Creek. Kallista rates higher for liveability (43 vs 29). Menzies Creek is closer to the coast (29.0 km vs 30.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Kallista rates higher (100 vs 66/100 in Menzies Creek).
Scores
| Kallista | Menzies Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 52 | 45 |
| Transport | 40 | 41 |
| Education | 75 | 68 |
| Liveability | 43 | 29 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Kallista | Menzies Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,418 | 966 |
| Median age | 47 | 44 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,003 | $2,336 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 50.5% | 40.4% |
| Born in Australia | 78.9% | 77.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.9 |
Growth: Kallista Moderate Growth · Menzies Creek Moderate Growth
Property
| Kallista | Menzies Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $871K | $918K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -16.8% | -8.7% |
| 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
| Kallista | Menzies Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 66 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 141 | 414 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Domestic assault /100k | 71 | 207 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,128 | 1,967 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Kallista | Menzies Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,071 |
See the full school list on each profile: Kallista · Menzies Creek
Transport
| Kallista | Menzies Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 40 | 41 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 4 | 7 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 132 | 133 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.5 km | 4.3 km |
Liveability
| Kallista | Menzies Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 1 |
| Parks | 1 | 0 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 30.4 km | 29.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 40.0 km | 40.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 8.0 km | 8.1 km |
Population & growth
| Kallista | Menzies Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,418 | 966 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,391 | 954 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,645 | 1,121 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.48% | -0.31% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Kallista or Menzies Creek?
Kallista has the higher residential safety score (Kallista 100/100 vs Menzies Creek 66/100).
Which is more affordable, Kallista or Menzies Creek?
Kallista is more affordable, with a median house price of $871K versus $918K.
Which has better public transport, Kallista or Menzies Creek?
Menzies Creek has the higher transport score (Kallista 40/100 vs Menzies Creek 41/100).
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