Melonba vs Shalvey NSW
Two New South Wales suburbs, about 3.1 km apart, side by side — straight from the official numbers.
The numbers
| Melonba | Shalvey | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,439 | 3,455 |
| Median age | 31 | 32 |
| Median rent (weekly) | $600 | $300 |
| Owner-occupied | 92% | 46% |
| Family households | 95% | 77% |
| SEIFA advantage (decile of 10) | 10 | 1 |
| Tree canopy | 3% | 5% |
| Population 2011 | — | 3,517 |
What stands out
Shalvey rents cheaper — $300 vs $600 a week at the census.
Melonba ranks higher on the SEIFA advantage scale (decile 10 vs 1).
In short
The two sit about 3.1 km apart in a straight line, both in New South Wales.
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