Lakesland vs Thirlmere
The verdict
Thirlmere is more affordable, with a median house price of $988K versus $1.85M in Lakesland. Thirlmere rates higher for transport (64 vs 12). Thirlmere is closer to the coast (36.5 km vs 42.2 km).
Scores
LakeslandThirlmere
| Lakesland | Thirlmere | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 22 | 50 |
| Transport | 12 | 64 |
| Education | 42 | 39 |
| Liveability | 16 | 45 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Lakesland | Thirlmere | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 499 | 4,986 |
| Median age | 41 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,454 | $1,708 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 25.3% | 20.9% |
| Born in Australia | 77.0% | 83.3% |
| Avg household size | 3.3 | 2.7 |
Growth: Lakesland High Growth · Thirlmere High Growth
Property
| Lakesland | Thirlmere | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.85M | $988K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $722K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 2.9% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $660 | $660 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 3.5% |
| Days on market (house) | 112 | 48 |
Median price history
Safety
| Lakesland | Thirlmere | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | — | 93 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 0 | 40 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 0 | 80 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 200 | 381 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,004 | 2,447 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Lakesland | Thirlmere | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 959 |
See the full school list on each profile: Lakesland · Thirlmere
Transport
| Lakesland | Thirlmere | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 12 | 64 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 4 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 194 | 124 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 7.2 km | 1.8 km |
Liveability
| Lakesland | Thirlmere | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.5°C | 29.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.3°C | 17.3°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 780 | 780 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 5 |
| Parks | 0 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 4 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 42.2 km | 36.5 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 74.1 km | 70.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 22.7 km | 20.5 km |
Population & growth
| Lakesland | Thirlmere | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 499 | 4,986 |
| Estimated 2025 | 591 | 5,908 |
| Projected 2041 | 684 | 6,835 |
| Annual growth rate | 4.32% | 4.33% |
Common questions
Which is more affordable, Lakesland or Thirlmere?
Thirlmere is more affordable, with a median house price of $988K versus $1.85M.
Which has better public transport, Lakesland or Thirlmere?
Thirlmere has the higher transport score (Lakesland 12/100 vs Thirlmere 64/100).
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