Mawson Lakes vs Parafield Gardens
The verdict
Parafield Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $829K versus $859K in Mawson Lakes. Mawson Lakes rates higher for education (69 vs 49). Parafield Gardens rates higher for liveability (62 vs 53). Mawson Lakes has a shorter estimated CBD commute (34 vs 41 min). On the separate residential safety score, Parafield Gardens rates higher (71 vs 63/100 in Mawson Lakes).
Scores
| Mawson Lakes | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 72 | 69 |
| Transport | 93 | 92 |
| Education | 69 | 49 |
| Liveability | 53 | 62 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Mawson Lakes | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,794 | 18,467 |
| Median age | 33 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,940 | $1,384 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 53.0% | 33.8% |
| Born in Australia | 55.2% | 55.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.9 |
Growth: Mawson Lakes Stable · Parafield Gardens —
Property
| Mawson Lakes | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $859K | $829K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 12.9% | 25.1% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $630 | $600 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.1% | 3.6% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Mawson Lakes | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 63 | 71 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 225 | 211 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 297 | 217 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,481 | 4,765 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Mawson Lakes | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 6 |
| Government | 1 | 4 |
| Independent | 1 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,072 | 975 |
See the full school list on each profile: Mawson Lakes · Parafield Gardens
Transport
| Mawson Lakes | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 93 | 92 |
| Train stations | 1 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 58 | 70 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 34 | 41 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 750 m | 1.5 km |
Liveability
| Mawson Lakes | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 14 | 1 |
| Parks | 49 | 22 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 7 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 4.6 km | 5.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 13.1 km | 16.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | 8.6 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 8.5 km | 6.2 km |
Population & growth
| Mawson Lakes | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 13,794 | 18,467 |
| Estimated 2025 | 14,746 | 18,351 |
| Projected 2041 | 14,775 | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 1.68% | -0.16% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Mawson Lakes or Parafield Gardens?
Parafield Gardens has the higher residential safety score (Mawson Lakes 63/100 vs Parafield Gardens 71/100).
Which is more affordable, Mawson Lakes or Parafield Gardens?
Parafield Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $829K versus $859K.
Which has better schools, Mawson Lakes or Parafield Gardens?
Mawson Lakes has a higher average school ICSEA (Mawson Lakes 1072 vs Parafield Gardens 975; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Mawson Lakes or Parafield Gardens?
Mawson Lakes has the higher transport score (Mawson Lakes 93/100 vs Parafield Gardens 92/100).
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