Parafield Gardens vs Salisbury Downs
The verdict
Salisbury Downs is more affordable, with a median house price of $750K versus $829K in Parafield Gardens. Parafield Gardens rates higher for education (49 vs 41). Salisbury Downs rates higher for liveability (77 vs 62). Parafield Gardens is closer to the coast (5.1 km vs 6.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Parafield Gardens rates higher (71 vs 42/100 in Salisbury Downs).
Scores
| Parafield Gardens | Salisbury Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 68 | 70 |
| Transport | 91 | 88 |
| Education | 49 | 41 |
| Liveability | 62 | 77 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Parafield Gardens | Salisbury Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,467 | 6,296 |
| Median age | 36 | 37 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,384 | $1,134 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 33.8% | 24.3% |
| Born in Australia | 55.3% | 56.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 2.6 |
Growth: Parafield Gardens — · Salisbury Downs Moderate Growth
Property
| Parafield Gardens | Salisbury Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $829K | $750K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 25.1% | 27.9% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $600 | $550 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.6% | 3.4% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Parafield Gardens | Salisbury Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 71 | 42 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 211 | 365 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 217 | 397 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,765 | 10,959 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Parafield Gardens | Salisbury Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 6 | 3 |
| Government | 4 | 2 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 974 | 955 |
See the full school list on each profile: Parafield Gardens · Salisbury Downs
Transport
| Parafield Gardens | Salisbury Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 91 | 88 |
| Train stations | 2 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 70 | 22 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 41 | 43 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.5 km | 1.3 km |
Liveability
| Parafield Gardens | Salisbury Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 3 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 9 |
| Parks | 22 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | 7 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 5.1 km | 6.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 16.3 km | 17.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 8.6 km | 9.1 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.2 km | 4.5 km |
Population & growth
| Parafield Gardens | Salisbury Downs | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 18,467 | 6,296 |
| Estimated 2025 | 18,351 | 6,402 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | 7,041 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.16% | 0.42% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Parafield Gardens or Salisbury Downs?
Parafield Gardens has the higher residential safety score (Parafield Gardens 71/100 vs Salisbury Downs 42/100).
Which is more affordable, Parafield Gardens or Salisbury Downs?
Salisbury Downs is more affordable, with a median house price of $750K versus $829K.
Which has better schools, Parafield Gardens or Salisbury Downs?
Parafield Gardens has a higher average school ICSEA (Parafield Gardens 974 vs Salisbury Downs 955; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Parafield Gardens or Salisbury Downs?
Parafield Gardens has the higher transport score (Parafield Gardens 91/100 vs Salisbury Downs 88/100).
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