Albert Park vs Port Melbourne
The verdict
Port Melbourne is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.70M versus $2.34M in Albert Park. Albert Park rates higher for education (92 vs 87). Albert Park has a shorter estimated CBD commute (23 vs 25 min). On the separate residential safety score, Albert Park rates higher (49 vs 33/100 in Port Melbourne).
Scores
| Albert Park | Port Melbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 93 | 91 |
| Transport | 89 | 90 |
| Education | 92 | 87 |
| Liveability | 98 | 94 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Albert Park | Port Melbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,044 | 17,633 |
| Median age | 46 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,533 | $2,372 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 68.9% | 59.4% |
| Born in Australia | 69.8% | 63.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.1 |
Growth: Albert Park High Growth · Port Melbourne High Growth
Property
| Albert Park | Port Melbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.34M | $1.70M |
| Median unit price | $928K | $761K |
| House price YoY | 5.8% | -19.8% |
| 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
| Albert Park | Port Melbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 49 | 33 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 513 | 715 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 910 | 1,134 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 215 | 374 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 10,473 | 12,658 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Albert Park | Port Melbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 5 | 4 |
| Government | 3 | 4 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,130 | 1,110 |
See the full school list on each profile: Albert Park · Port Melbourne
Transport
| Albert Park | Port Melbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 89 | 90 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 8 | 93 |
| Light rail stops | 21 | 5 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 23 | 25 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 50 m | 1.3 km |
Liveability
| Albert Park | Port Melbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 3 | 4 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 39 | 56 |
| Parks | 18 | 37 |
| Playgrounds | 13 | 16 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | 6 |
| Medical GPs | 6 | 5 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 860 m | 720 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 3.5 km | 4.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 880 m | 1.1 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.9 km | 4.3 km |
Population & growth
| Albert Park | Port Melbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,044 | 17,633 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,513 | 28,554 |
| Projected 2041 | 9,521 | 27,777 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.89% | 12.81% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Albert Park or Port Melbourne?
Albert Park has the higher residential safety score (Albert Park 49/100 vs Port Melbourne 33/100).
Which is more affordable, Albert Park or Port Melbourne?
Port Melbourne is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.70M versus $2.34M.
Which has better schools, Albert Park or Port Melbourne?
Albert Park has a higher average school ICSEA (Albert Park 1130 vs Port Melbourne 1110; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Albert Park or Port Melbourne?
Port Melbourne has the higher transport score (Albert Park 89/100 vs Port Melbourne 90/100).
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