Semaphore Park vs West Lakes Shore
The verdict
Semaphore Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.18M versus $1.33M in West Lakes Shore. Semaphore Park rates higher for transport (80 vs 74). West Lakes Shore rates higher for education (59 vs 54). West Lakes Shore has a shorter estimated CBD commute (50 vs 52 min). On the separate residential safety score, West Lakes Shore rates higher (75 vs 23/100 in Semaphore Park).
Scores
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes Shore | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 73 | 71 |
| Transport | 80 | 74 |
| Education | 54 | 59 |
| Liveability | 82 | 79 |
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 Shore | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,541 | 3,236 |
| Median age | 46 | 48 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,262 | $1,758 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 32.4% | 38.3% |
| Born in Australia | 74.3% | 75.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.5 |
Growth: Semaphore Park Moderate Growth · West Lakes Shore Moderate Growth
Property
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes Shore | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.18M | $1.33M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 13.2% | 6.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $680 | $700 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.2% | 2.7% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes Shore | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 23 | 75 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 815 | 247 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 132 | 93 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 9,579 | 4,234 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes Shore | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,015 | 1,061 |
See the full school list on each profile: Semaphore Park · West Lakes Shore
Transport
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes Shore | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 80 | 74 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 25 | 19 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 52 | 50 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.1 km | 2.0 km |
Liveability
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes Shore | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 2 |
| Parks | 3 | 7 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 4 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 950 m | 780 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 13.3 km | 12.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 900 m | 910 m |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 5.4 km | 4.9 km |
Population & growth
| Semaphore Park | West Lakes Shore | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,541 | 3,236 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,737 | 3,376 |
| Projected 2041 | 5,599 | 3,990 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.06% | 1.06% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Semaphore Park or West Lakes Shore?
West Lakes Shore has the higher residential safety score (Semaphore Park 23/100 vs West Lakes Shore 75/100).
Which is more affordable, Semaphore Park or West Lakes Shore?
Semaphore Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.18M versus $1.33M.
Which has better schools, Semaphore Park or West Lakes Shore?
West Lakes Shore has a higher average school ICSEA (Semaphore Park 1015 vs West Lakes Shore 1061; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Semaphore Park or West Lakes Shore?
Semaphore Park has the higher transport score (Semaphore Park 80/100 vs West Lakes Shore 74/100).
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