Semaphore Park vs West Lakes
The verdict
Semaphore Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.18M versus $1.36M in West Lakes. Semaphore Park rates higher for transport (80 vs 73). West Lakes rates higher for education (61 vs 54). West Lakes has a shorter estimated CBD commute (46 vs 52 min). On the separate residential safety score, West Lakes rates higher (64 vs 23/100 in Semaphore Park).
Scores
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 73 | 71 |
| Transport | 80 | 73 |
| Education | 54 | 61 |
| Liveability | 82 | 78 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,541 | 6,768 |
| Median age | 46 | 54 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,262 | $1,548 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 32.4% | 39.5% |
| Born in Australia | 74.3% | 71.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.2 |
Growth: Semaphore Park Moderate Growth · West Lakes Moderate Growth
Property
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.18M | $1.36M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 13.2% | 21.1% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $680 | $700 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.2% | 2.2% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 23 | 64 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 815 | 310 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 132 | 133 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 9,579 | 9,752 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,015 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Semaphore Park · West Lakes
Transport
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 80 | 73 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 25 | 44 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 52 | 46 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.1 km | 2.6 km |
Liveability
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 7 |
| Parks | 3 | 27 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 9 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 138 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 950 m | 1.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 13.3 km | 11.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 900 m | 1.4 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 5.4 km | 3.8 km |
Population & growth
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,541 | 6,768 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,737 | 7,060 |
| Projected 2041 | 5,599 | 8,345 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.06% | 1.06% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Semaphore Park or West Lakes?
West Lakes has the higher residential safety score (Semaphore Park 23/100 vs West Lakes 64/100).
Which is more affordable, Semaphore Park or West Lakes?
Semaphore Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.18M versus $1.36M.
Which has better public transport, Semaphore Park or West Lakes?
Semaphore Park has the higher transport score (Semaphore Park 80/100 vs West Lakes 73/100).
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