Albion Park Rail vs Oak Flats
The verdict
Albion Park Rail is more affordable, with a median house price of $837K versus $929K in Oak Flats. Oak Flats rates higher for liveability (73 vs 68). Oak Flats is closer to the coast (4.3 km vs 6.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, Oak Flats rates higher (76 vs 58/100 in Albion Park Rail).
Scores
| Albion Park Rail | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 66 | 69 |
| Transport | 90 | 91 |
| Education | 34 | 37 |
| Liveability | 68 | 73 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Albion Park Rail | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,920 | 6,840 |
| Median age | 41 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,411 | $1,488 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 15.4% | 20.7% |
| Born in Australia | 80.3% | 77.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.5 |
Growth: Albion Park Rail Stable · Oak Flats Moderate Growth
Property
| Albion Park Rail | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $837K | $929K |
| Median unit price | $739K | $803K |
| House price YoY | 9.1% | 10.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $750 | $800 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.3% | 4.2% |
| Days on market (house) | 37 | 34 |
Median price history
Safety
| Albion Park Rail | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 58 | 76 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 188 | 175 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 260 | 132 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 549 | 278 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,951 | 5,833 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Albion Park Rail | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 4 |
| Government | 1 | 3 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 899 | 977 |
See the full school list on each profile: Albion Park Rail · Oak Flats
Transport
| Albion Park Rail | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 90 | 91 |
| Train stations | 2 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 76 | 54 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 340 m | 1.1 km |
Liveability
| Albion Park Rail | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.0°C | 25.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,250 | 1,250 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 3 | 1 |
| Parks | 16 | 13 |
| Playgrounds | 10 | 6 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 9 |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 6.8 km | 4.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 85.4 km | 84.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 6.8 km | 4.3 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.2 km | 1.7 km |
Population & growth
| Albion Park Rail | Oak Flats | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,920 | 6,840 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,873 | 7,123 |
| Projected 2041 | 7,228 | 8,839 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.17% | 1.02% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Albion Park Rail or Oak Flats?
Oak Flats has the higher residential safety score (Albion Park Rail 58/100 vs Oak Flats 76/100).
Which is more affordable, Albion Park Rail or Oak Flats?
Albion Park Rail is more affordable, with a median house price of $837K versus $929K.
Which has better schools, Albion Park Rail or Oak Flats?
Oak Flats has a higher average school ICSEA (Albion Park Rail 899 vs Oak Flats 977; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Albion Park Rail or Oak Flats?
Oak Flats has the higher transport score (Albion Park Rail 90/100 vs Oak Flats 91/100).
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