Kanwal vs Lake Haven
The verdict
Kanwal is more affordable, with a median house price of $827K versus $856K in Lake Haven. Kanwal rates higher for transport (60 vs 46). Lake Haven is closer to the coast (5.7 km vs 6.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, Kanwal rates higher (52 vs 47/100 in Lake Haven).
Scores
| Kanwal | Lake Haven | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 58 | 49 |
| Transport | 60 | 46 |
| Education | 33 | 30 |
| Liveability | 76 | 67 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Kanwal | Lake Haven | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,194 | 3,529 |
| Median age | 45 | 49 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,344 | $1,023 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 16.7% | 13.7% |
| Born in Australia | 76.8% | 76.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.2 |
Growth: Kanwal Stable · Lake Haven Stable
Property
| Kanwal | Lake Haven | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $827K | $856K |
| Median unit price | $640K | $665K |
| House price YoY | 6.4% | 13.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $700 | $600 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.2% | 3.5% |
| Days on market (house) | 41 | 51 |
Median price history
Safety
| Kanwal | Lake Haven | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 52 | 47 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 191 | 142 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 215 | 198 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 691 | 1,048 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,223 | 12,667 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Kanwal | Lake Haven | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 942 | 923 |
See the full school list on each profile: Kanwal · Lake Haven
Transport
| Kanwal | Lake Haven | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 60 | 46 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 41 | 32 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 191 | 197 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.8 km | 5.0 km |
Liveability
| Kanwal | Lake Haven | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.0°C | 27.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 0 |
| Parks | 9 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 6.8 km | 5.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 72.6 km | 75.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 6.9 km | 6.0 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 550 m | 2.8 km |
Population & growth
| Kanwal | Lake Haven | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,194 | 3,529 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,248 | 3,575 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,549 | 3,828 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.32% | 0.32% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Kanwal or Lake Haven?
Kanwal has the higher residential safety score (Kanwal 52/100 vs Lake Haven 47/100).
Which is more affordable, Kanwal or Lake Haven?
Kanwal is more affordable, with a median house price of $827K versus $856K.
Which has better schools, Kanwal or Lake Haven?
Kanwal has a higher average school ICSEA (Kanwal 942 vs Lake Haven 923; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Kanwal or Lake Haven?
Kanwal has the higher transport score (Kanwal 60/100 vs Lake Haven 46/100).
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