Aintree vs Rockbank
The verdict
Rockbank is more affordable, with a median house price of $602K versus $751K in Aintree. Aintree rates higher for education (71 vs 60). Rockbank is closer to the coast (20.8 km vs 21.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, Aintree rates higher (55 vs 24/100 in Rockbank).
Scores
| Aintree | Rockbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 60 | 56 |
| Transport | 58 | 62 |
| Education | 71 | 60 |
| Liveability | 52 | 47 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Aintree | Rockbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,982 | 2,583 |
| Median age | 30 | 31 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,348 | $1,781 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 54.1% | 39.9% |
| Born in Australia | 44.0% | 47.9% |
| Avg household size | 3.6 | 2.6 |
Growth: Aintree High Growth · Rockbank High Growth
Property
| Aintree | Rockbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $751K | $602K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 0.7% | -6.6% |
| 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
| Aintree | Rockbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 55 | 24 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 601 | 1,045 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 388 | 581 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 388 | 1,045 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,423 | 15,060 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Aintree | Rockbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,055 | 1,028 |
See the full school list on each profile: Aintree · Rockbank
Transport
| Aintree | Rockbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 58 | 62 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 20 | 8 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 97 | 97 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.8 km | 950 m |
Liveability
| Aintree | Rockbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.0°C | 26.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.5°C | 13.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 530 | 530 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 0 |
| Parks | 29 | 20 |
| Playgrounds | 17 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 21.9 km | 20.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 28.4 km | 28.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 14.4 km | 14.6 km |
Population & growth
| Aintree | Rockbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 7,982 | 2,583 |
| Estimated 2025 | 15,989 | 5,174 |
| Projected 2041 | 18,176 | 5,882 |
| Annual growth rate | 18.97% | 18.97% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Aintree or Rockbank?
Aintree has the higher residential safety score (Aintree 55/100 vs Rockbank 24/100).
Which is more affordable, Aintree or Rockbank?
Rockbank is more affordable, with a median house price of $602K versus $751K.
Which has better schools, Aintree or Rockbank?
Aintree has a higher average school ICSEA (Aintree 1055 vs Rockbank 1028; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Aintree or Rockbank?
Rockbank has the higher transport score (Aintree 58/100 vs Rockbank 62/100).
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