Semaphore vs Semaphore South
The verdict
Semaphore is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.17M versus $1.20M in Semaphore South. Semaphore rates higher for transport (83 vs 78). Semaphore South has a shorter estimated CBD commute (55 vs 56 min). On the separate residential safety score, Semaphore rates higher (72 vs 38/100 in Semaphore South).
Scores
| Semaphore | Semaphore South | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 75 | 73 |
| Transport | 83 | 78 |
| Education | 62 | 61 |
| Liveability | 78 | 78 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Semaphore | Semaphore South | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,749 | 1,031 |
| Median age | 50 | 44 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,718 | $1,676 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 43.2% | 41.9% |
| Born in Australia | 72.9% | 76.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.2 |
Growth: Semaphore Moderate Growth · Semaphore South Moderate Growth
Property
| Semaphore | Semaphore South | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.17M | $1.20M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 24.3% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $765 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.3% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Semaphore | Semaphore South | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 72 | 38 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 182 | 388 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 182 | 291 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 9,640 | 6,499 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Semaphore | Semaphore South | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,038 | 955 |
See the full school list on each profile: Semaphore · Semaphore South
Transport
| Semaphore | Semaphore South | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 83 | 78 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 14 | 7 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 56 | 55 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 920 m | 1.3 km |
Liveability
| Semaphore | Semaphore South | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 22 | 1 |
| Parks | 4 | 1 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 3 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 610 m | 520 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 14.6 km | 14.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.1 km | 1.2 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.8 km | 6.3 km |
Population & growth
| Semaphore | Semaphore South | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,749 | 1,031 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,897 | 1,087 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,237 | 1,214 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.32% | 1.33% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Semaphore or Semaphore South?
Semaphore has the higher residential safety score (Semaphore 72/100 vs Semaphore South 38/100).
Which is more affordable, Semaphore or Semaphore South?
Semaphore is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.17M versus $1.20M.
Which has better schools, Semaphore or Semaphore South?
Semaphore has a higher average school ICSEA (Semaphore 1038 vs Semaphore South 955; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Semaphore or Semaphore South?
Semaphore has the higher transport score (Semaphore 83/100 vs Semaphore South 78/100).
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