Aldgate vs Stirling
The verdict
Aldgate is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.61M versus $1.61M in Stirling. Stirling rates higher for transport (41 vs 32). Stirling is closer to the coast (18.9 km vs 20.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Stirling rates higher (99 vs 88/100 in Aldgate).
Scores
| Aldgate | Stirling | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 59 | 63 |
| Transport | 32 | 41 |
| Education | 89 | 92 |
| Liveability | 59 | 60 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Aldgate | Stirling | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,471 | 3,067 |
| Median age | 45 | 48 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,561 | $2,368 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 63.9% | 64.6% |
| Born in Australia | 80.0% | 77.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.6 |
Growth: Aldgate Declining · Stirling Declining
Property
| Aldgate | Stirling | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.61M | $1.61M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 1.6% | 51.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $700 | $827 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Aldgate | Stirling | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 88 | 99 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 144 | 130 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 115 | 65 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,671 | 2,674 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Aldgate | Stirling | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,109 | 1,133 |
See the full school list on each profile: Aldgate · Stirling
Transport
| Aldgate | Stirling | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 32 | 41 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 20 | 31 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 60 | 53 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 10.0 km | 8.1 km |
Liveability
| Aldgate | Stirling | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 17 |
| Parks | 1 | 8 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 34 | 27 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 20.4 km | 18.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 16.0 km | 13.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 13.9 km | 12.4 km |
Population & growth
| Aldgate | Stirling | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,471 | 3,067 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,591 | 3,173 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,402 | 3,006 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.85% | 0.85% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Aldgate or Stirling?
Stirling has the higher residential safety score (Aldgate 88/100 vs Stirling 99/100).
Which is more affordable, Aldgate or Stirling?
Aldgate is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.61M versus $1.61M.
Which has better schools, Aldgate or Stirling?
Stirling has a higher average school ICSEA (Aldgate 1109 vs Stirling 1133; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Aldgate or Stirling?
Stirling has the higher transport score (Aldgate 32/100 vs Stirling 41/100).
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