Mawson Lakes vs Port Lincoln
The verdict
Mawson Lakes rates higher for transport (93 vs 0). Port Lincoln is closer to the coast (1.5 km vs 4.6 km). On the separate residential safety score, Mawson Lakes rates higher (63 vs 18/100 in Port Lincoln).
Scores
| Mawson Lakes | Port Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 72 | 28 |
| Transport | 93 | 0 |
| Education | 69 | 31 |
| Liveability | 53 | 54 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Mawson Lakes | Port Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,794 | 14,458 |
| Median age | 33 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,940 | $1,243 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 53.0% | 21.7% |
| Born in Australia | 55.2% | 84.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.3 |
Growth: Mawson Lakes Stable · Port Lincoln Stable
Property
| Mawson Lakes | Port Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $859K | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 12.9% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $630 | $520 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.1% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Mawson Lakes | Port Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 63 | 18 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 225 | 740 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 297 | 387 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,481 | 13,425 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Mawson Lakes | Port Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 8 |
| Government | 1 | 6 |
| Independent | 1 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,067 | 919 |
See the full school list on each profile: Mawson Lakes · Port Lincoln
Transport
| Mawson Lakes | Port Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 93 | 0 |
| Train stations | 1 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 58 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 34 | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 750 m | 240.4 km |
Liveability
| Mawson Lakes | Port Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 24.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 480 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 14 | 12 |
| Parks | 49 | 31 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | 8 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 4.6 km | 1.5 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 13.1 km | 252.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | 3.0 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 8.5 km | 740 m |
Population & growth
| Mawson Lakes | Port Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 13,794 | 14,458 |
| Estimated 2025 | 14,746 | 14,649 |
| Projected 2041 | 14,775 | 14,836 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.68% | 0.33% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Mawson Lakes or Port Lincoln?
Mawson Lakes has the higher residential safety score (Mawson Lakes 63/100 vs Port Lincoln 18/100).
Which has better schools, Mawson Lakes or Port Lincoln?
Mawson Lakes has a higher average school ICSEA (Mawson Lakes 1067 vs Port Lincoln 919; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Mawson Lakes or Port Lincoln?
Mawson Lakes has the higher transport score (Mawson Lakes 93/100 vs Port Lincoln 0/100).
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