Lethbridge Park vs Shalvey
The verdict
Lethbridge Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $894K versus $918K in Shalvey. Shalvey is closer to the coast (39.2 km vs 40.3 km). On the separate residential safety score, Shalvey rates higher (21 vs 5/100 in Lethbridge Park).
Scores
| Lethbridge Park | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 54 | 55 |
| Transport | 59 | 60 |
| Education | 32 | 34 |
| Liveability | 68 | 68 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Lethbridge Park | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,730 | 3,455 |
| Median age | 32 | 32 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,073 | $1,180 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 12.6% | 14.9% |
| Born in Australia | 65.4% | 62.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 3 |
Growth: Lethbridge Park Stable · Shalvey Stable
Property
| Lethbridge Park | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $894K | $918K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 13.0% | 20.2% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $550 | $550 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.1% | 2.9% |
| Days on market (house) | 48 | 46 |
Median price history
Safety
| Lethbridge Park | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 5 | 21 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 592 | 260 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 317 | 347 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 2,389 | 1,592 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 16,321 | 10,391 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Lethbridge Park | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 2 |
| Government | 2 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 861 | 833 |
See the full school list on each profile: Lethbridge Park · Shalvey
Transport
| Lethbridge Park | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 59 | 60 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 23 | 30 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 110 | 110 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.6 km | 4.8 km |
Liveability
| Lethbridge Park | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.2°C | 30.2°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.6°C | 17.6°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 730 | 730 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 8 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 8 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 40.3 km | 39.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 40.5 km | 40.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.2 km | 4.7 km |
Population & growth
| Lethbridge Park | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,730 | 3,455 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,951 | 3,616 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,881 | 3,565 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.15% | 1.15% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Lethbridge Park or Shalvey?
Shalvey has the higher residential safety score (Lethbridge Park 5/100 vs Shalvey 21/100).
Which is more affordable, Lethbridge Park or Shalvey?
Lethbridge Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $894K versus $918K.
Which has better schools, Lethbridge Park or Shalvey?
Lethbridge Park has a higher average school ICSEA (Lethbridge Park 861 vs Shalvey 833; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Lethbridge Park or Shalvey?
Shalvey has the higher transport score (Lethbridge Park 59/100 vs Shalvey 60/100).
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