Lucas vs Mitchell Park
The verdict
Mitchell Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $464K versus $629K in Lucas. Lucas rates higher for liveability (55 vs 19). Lucas is closer to the coast (79.9 km vs 82.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, Lucas rates higher (64 vs 39/100 in Mitchell Park).
Scores
| Lucas | Mitchell Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 54 | 27 |
| Transport | 44 | 17 |
| Education | 63 | 48 |
| Liveability | 55 | 19 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Lucas | Mitchell Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,994 | 887 |
| Median age | 32 | 37 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,956 | $1,332 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 45.5% | 25.6% |
| Born in Australia | 75.5% | 84.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.5 |
Growth: Lucas High Growth · Mitchell Park High Growth
Property
| Lucas | Mitchell Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $629K | $464K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -3.5% | 0.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Lucas | Mitchell Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 64 | 39 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 501 | 676 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 301 | 676 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 334 | 338 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,910 | 16,009 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Lucas | Mitchell Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,041 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Lucas · Mitchell Park
Transport
| Lucas | Mitchell Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 44 | 17 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 7 | 4 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.1 km | 5.2 km |
Liveability
| Lucas | Mitchell Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 24.0°C | 24.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 10.2°C | 10.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 690 | 690 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 0 |
| Parks | 11 | 3 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 4 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 79.9 km | 82.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 108.7 km | 109.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.4 km | 8.1 km |
Population & growth
| Lucas | Mitchell Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,994 | 887 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,702 | 901 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,106 | 1,216 |
| Annual growth rate | 5.45% | 0.39% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Lucas or Mitchell Park?
Lucas has the higher residential safety score (Lucas 64/100 vs Mitchell Park 39/100).
Which is more affordable, Lucas or Mitchell Park?
Mitchell Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $464K versus $629K.
Which has better public transport, Lucas or Mitchell Park?
Lucas has the higher transport score (Lucas 44/100 vs Mitchell Park 17/100).
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