Lovedale vs Nulkaba
The verdict
Nulkaba is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.18M versus $2.88M in Lovedale. Lovedale rates higher for education (41 vs 35). Nulkaba rates higher for transport (24 vs 19). Nulkaba is closer to the coast (39.3 km vs 42.4 km).
Scores
| Lovedale | Nulkaba | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 28 | 29 |
| Transport | 19 | 24 |
| Education | 41 | 35 |
| Liveability | 27 | 29 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Lovedale | Nulkaba | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 502 | 715 |
| Median age | 50 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,162 | $2,217 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 31.3% | 26.5% |
| Born in Australia | 80.7% | 90.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 3 |
Growth: Lovedale High Growth · Nulkaba Moderate Growth
Property
| Lovedale | Nulkaba | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.88M | $1.18M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 23.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $575 | $575 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 2.7% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | 37 |
Median price history
Safety
| Lovedale | Nulkaba | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 30 | 28 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 598 | 280 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 598 | 420 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 398 | 1,119 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,972 | 7,972 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Lovedale | Nulkaba | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 3 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 993 |
See the full school list on each profile: Lovedale · Nulkaba
Transport
| Lovedale | Nulkaba | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 19 | 24 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 15 | 18 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 7.2 km | 12.3 km |
Liveability
| Lovedale | Nulkaba | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.5°C | 27.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 0 |
| Parks | 0 | 1 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 42.4 km | 39.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 125.9 km | 120.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 8.9 km | 3.0 km |
Population & growth
| Lovedale | Nulkaba | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 502 | 715 |
| Estimated 2025 | 644 | 745 |
| Projected 2041 | 937 | 826 |
| Annual growth rate | 6.43% | 1.03% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Lovedale or Nulkaba?
Lovedale has the higher residential safety score (Lovedale 30/100 vs Nulkaba 28/100).
Which is more affordable, Lovedale or Nulkaba?
Nulkaba is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.18M versus $2.88M.
Which has better public transport, Lovedale or Nulkaba?
Nulkaba has the higher transport score (Lovedale 19/100 vs Nulkaba 24/100).
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