Lightsview vs Northfield
The verdict
Lightsview is more affordable, with a median house price of $835K versus $891K in Northfield. Lightsview rates higher for education (80 vs 69). Northfield is closer to the coast (7.7 km vs 8.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, Lightsview rates higher (68 vs 43/100 in Northfield).
Scores
| Lightsview | Northfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 73 | 68 |
| Transport | 64 | 59 |
| Education | 80 | 69 |
| Liveability | 77 | 77 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Lightsview | Northfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,090 | 5,043 |
| Median age | 32 | 35 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,916 | $1,420 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 59.5% | 47.1% |
| Born in Australia | 51.8% | 55.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2.6 |
Growth: Lightsview — · Northfield —
Property
| Lightsview | Northfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $835K | $891K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 14.4% | 6.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $605 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.9% | 3.5% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Lightsview | Northfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 68 | 43 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 230 | 416 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 230 | 317 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,105 | 8,725 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Lightsview | Northfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 969 |
See the full school list on each profile: Lightsview · Northfield
Transport
| Lightsview | Northfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 64 | 59 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 14 | 14 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 35 | 40 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.4 km | 4.0 km |
Liveability
| Lightsview | Northfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 2 |
| Parks | 12 | 6 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 8.8 km | 7.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 7.8 km | 9.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.0 km | 7.4 km |
Population & growth
| Lightsview | Northfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,090 | 5,043 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,535 | 5,411 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 1.78% | 1.78% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Lightsview or Northfield?
Lightsview has the higher residential safety score (Lightsview 68/100 vs Northfield 43/100).
Which is more affordable, Lightsview or Northfield?
Lightsview is more affordable, with a median house price of $835K versus $891K.
Which has better public transport, Lightsview or Northfield?
Lightsview has the higher transport score (Lightsview 64/100 vs Northfield 59/100).
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