Aldavilla vs Dondingalong
The verdict
Aldavilla is more affordable, with a median house price of $581K versus $691K in Dondingalong. Dondingalong rates higher for education (13 vs 8). On the separate residential safety score, Dondingalong rates higher (87 vs 75/100 in Aldavilla).
Scores
| Aldavilla | Dondingalong | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 10 | 12 |
| Transport | 0 | 0 |
| Education | 8 | 13 |
| Liveability | 22 | 22 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Aldavilla | Dondingalong | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,443 | 712 |
| Median age | 36 | 51 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,222 | $1,164 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 4.8% | 16.5% |
| Born in Australia | 84.4% | 81.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.5 |
Growth: Aldavilla Stable · Dondingalong Stable
Property
| Aldavilla | Dondingalong | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $581K | $691K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $500 | $500 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 21 | 29 |
Median price history
Safety
| Aldavilla | Dondingalong | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 75 | 87 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 277 | 140 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 208 | 140 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 139 | 140 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,079 | 3,511 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Aldavilla | Dondingalong | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 0 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Aldavilla · Dondingalong
Transport
| Aldavilla | Dondingalong | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 0 | 0 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 6.7 km | 11.1 km |
Liveability
| Aldavilla | Dondingalong | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.0°C | 27.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 19.0°C | 19.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,500 | 1,500 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 0 | 0 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 22.9 km | 22.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 343.7 km | 336.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 5.6 km | 10.9 km |
Population & growth
| Aldavilla | Dondingalong | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,443 | 712 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,485 | 726 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,510 | 723 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.72% | 0.49% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Aldavilla or Dondingalong?
Dondingalong has the higher residential safety score (Aldavilla 75/100 vs Dondingalong 87/100).
Which is more affordable, Aldavilla or Dondingalong?
Aldavilla is more affordable, with a median house price of $581K versus $691K.
Which has better public transport, Aldavilla or Dondingalong?
Aldavilla and Dondingalong have similar transport scores.
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