Aldgate vs Heathfield
The verdict
Heathfield is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.17M versus $1.61M in Aldgate. Aldgate rates higher for liveability (59 vs 54). Heathfield is closer to the coast (18.3 km vs 20.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Heathfield rates higher (100 vs 88/100 in Aldgate).
Scores
| Aldgate | Heathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 59 | 56 |
| Transport | 32 | 34 |
| Education | 89 | 85 |
| Liveability | 59 | 54 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Aldgate | Heathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,471 | 1,062 |
| Median age | 45 | 46 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,561 | $2,298 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 63.9% | 55.5% |
| Born in Australia | 80.0% | 80.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.8 |
Growth: Aldgate Declining · Heathfield Declining
Property
| Aldgate | Heathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.61M | $1.17M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 1.6% | 9.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $700 | $900 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Aldgate | Heathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 88 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 144 | 94 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 115 | 94 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,671 | 1,507 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Aldgate | Heathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,109 | 1,086 |
See the full school list on each profile: Aldgate · Heathfield
Transport
| Aldgate | Heathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 32 | 34 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 20 | 19 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 60 | 58 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 10.0 km | 8.4 km |
Liveability
| Aldgate | Heathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 0 |
| Parks | 1 | 1 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 34 | 6 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 20.4 km | 18.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 16.0 km | 15.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 13.9 km | 14.0 km |
Population & growth
| Aldgate | Heathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,471 | 1,062 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,591 | 1,099 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,402 | 1,041 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.85% | 0.86% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Aldgate or Heathfield?
Heathfield has the higher residential safety score (Aldgate 88/100 vs Heathfield 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Aldgate or Heathfield?
Heathfield is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.17M versus $1.61M.
Which has better schools, Aldgate or Heathfield?
Aldgate has a higher average school ICSEA (Aldgate 1109 vs Heathfield 1086; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Aldgate or Heathfield?
Heathfield has the higher transport score (Aldgate 32/100 vs Heathfield 34/100).
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