Mawson Lakes vs Pooraka
The verdict
Pooraka is more affordable, with a median house price of $839K versus $859K in Mawson Lakes. Mawson Lakes rates higher for transport (93 vs 74). Pooraka rates higher for liveability (63 vs 53). Mawson Lakes is closer to the coast (4.6 km vs 6.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, Mawson Lakes rates higher (63 vs 45/100 in Pooraka).
Scores
| Mawson Lakes | Pooraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 72 | 64 |
| Transport | 93 | 74 |
| Education | 69 | 54 |
| Liveability | 53 | 63 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Mawson Lakes | Pooraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,794 | 7,583 |
| Median age | 33 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,940 | $1,225 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 53.0% | 33.2% |
| Born in Australia | 55.2% | 58.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.5 |
Growth: Mawson Lakes Stable · Pooraka Moderate Growth
Property
| Mawson Lakes | Pooraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $859K | $839K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 12.9% | 18.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $630 | $600 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.1% | 3.5% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Mawson Lakes | Pooraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 63 | 45 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 225 | 343 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 297 | 369 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,481 | 8,545 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Mawson Lakes | Pooraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,067 | 967 |
See the full school list on each profile: Mawson Lakes · Pooraka
Transport
| Mawson Lakes | Pooraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 93 | 74 |
| Train stations | 1 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 58 | 59 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 34 | 47 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 750 m | 2.6 km |
Liveability
| Mawson Lakes | Pooraka | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 14 | 0 |
| Parks | 49 | 14 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 4.6 km | 6.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 13.1 km | 11.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 8.5 km | 9.5 km |
Population & growth
| Mawson Lakes | Pooraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 13,794 | 7,583 |
| Estimated 2025 | 14,746 | 7,876 |
| Projected 2041 | 14,775 | 8,381 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.68% | 0.95% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Mawson Lakes or Pooraka?
Mawson Lakes has the higher residential safety score (Mawson Lakes 63/100 vs Pooraka 45/100).
Which is more affordable, Mawson Lakes or Pooraka?
Pooraka is more affordable, with a median house price of $839K versus $859K.
Which has better schools, Mawson Lakes or Pooraka?
Mawson Lakes has a higher average school ICSEA (Mawson Lakes 1067 vs Pooraka 967; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Mawson Lakes or Pooraka?
Mawson Lakes has the higher transport score (Mawson Lakes 93/100 vs Pooraka 74/100).
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