Albanvale vs Cairnlea
The verdict
Albanvale is more affordable, with a median house price of $605K versus $939K in Cairnlea. Albanvale rates higher for transport (70 vs 63). Cairnlea rates higher for education (65 vs 49). Cairnlea is closer to the coast (12.8 km vs 14.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Albanvale rates higher (100 vs 93/100 in Cairnlea).
Scores
| Albanvale | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 70 | 74 |
| Transport | 70 | 63 |
| Education | 49 | 65 |
| Liveability | 87 | 92 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Albanvale | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,641 | 10,038 |
| Median age | 37 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,279 | $2,062 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 28.4% | 45.6% |
| Born in Australia | 40.6% | 45.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 3.4 |
Growth: Albanvale Moderate Growth · Cairnlea Moderate Growth
Property
| Albanvale | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $605K | $939K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $423K |
| House price YoY | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 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
| Albanvale | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 93 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 89 | 229 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 177 | 229 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 195 | 229 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,695 | 2,929 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Albanvale | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 3 |
| Government | 1 | 3 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 941 | 1,024 |
See the full school list on each profile: Albanvale · Cairnlea
Transport
| Albanvale | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 70 | 63 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 23 | 15 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 68 | 62 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.8 km | 1.9 km |
Liveability
| Albanvale | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.0°C | 26.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.5°C | 13.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 530 | 530 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 9 |
| Parks | 10 | 22 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 10 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 14.7 km | 12.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 18.7 km | 16.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.5 km | 2.6 km |
Population & growth
| Albanvale | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,641 | 10,038 |
| Estimated 2025 | 5,593 | 9,932 |
| Projected 2041 | 6,650 | 11,834 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.21% | -0.27% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Albanvale or Cairnlea?
Albanvale has the higher residential safety score (Albanvale 100/100 vs Cairnlea 93/100).
Which is more affordable, Albanvale or Cairnlea?
Albanvale is more affordable, with a median house price of $605K versus $939K.
Which has better schools, Albanvale or Cairnlea?
Cairnlea has a higher average school ICSEA (Albanvale 941 vs Cairnlea 1024; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Albanvale or Cairnlea?
Albanvale has the higher transport score (Albanvale 70/100 vs Cairnlea 63/100).
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