Smiths Beach vs Sunset Strip
The verdict
Sunset Strip is more affordable, with a median house price of $722K versus $897K in Smiths Beach. Smiths Beach rates higher for transport (24 vs 0).
Scores
Smiths BeachSunset Strip
| Smiths Beach | Sunset Strip | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 37 | 22 |
| Transport | 24 | 0 |
| Education | 70 | 49 |
| Liveability | 21 | 21 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Smiths Beach | Sunset Strip | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 315 | 503 |
| Median age | 51 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,181 | $1,009 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 47.3% | 21.4% |
| Born in Australia | 78.4% | 82.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.1 | 2.4 |
Growth: Smiths Beach High Growth · Sunset Strip High Growth
Property
| Smiths Beach | Sunset Strip | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $897K | $722K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -18.5% | 11.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Smiths Beach | Sunset Strip | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | — | 60 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | Data not available | 398 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Domestic assault /100k | 1,587 | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,175 | 2,585 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Smiths Beach | Sunset Strip | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 0 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Smiths Beach · Sunset Strip
Transport
| Smiths Beach | Sunset Strip | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 24 | 0 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 1 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 14.2 km | 13.9 km |
Liveability
| Smiths Beach | Sunset Strip | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 0 |
| Parks | 0 | 0 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 450 m | 1.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 80.5 km | 80.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 620 m | 1.4 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 5.5 km | 5.3 km |
Population & growth
| Smiths Beach | Sunset Strip | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 315 | 503 |
| Estimated 2025 | 339 | 542 |
| Projected 2041 | 423 | 675 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.85% | 1.88% |
Common questions
Which is more affordable, Smiths Beach or Sunset Strip?
Sunset Strip is more affordable, with a median house price of $722K versus $897K.
Which has better public transport, Smiths Beach or Sunset Strip?
Smiths Beach has the higher transport score (Smiths Beach 24/100 vs Sunset Strip 0/100).
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