Algester vs Stretton
The verdict
Algester rates higher for transport (58 vs 51). Stretton rates higher for education (74 vs 59). Stretton is closer to the coast (21.1 km vs 22.4 km).
Scores
AlgesterStretton
| Algester | Stretton | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 71 | 73 |
| Transport | 58 | 51 |
| Education | 59 | 74 |
| Liveability | 93 | 94 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Algester | Stretton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,020 | 4,686 |
| Median age | 36 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,716 | $2,144 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 40.6% | 61.4% |
| Born in Australia | 54.9% | 39.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 3.4 |
Growth: Algester — · Stretton —
Property
| Algester | Stretton | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $620 | 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
| Algester | Stretton | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 66 | 66 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 931 | 939 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 410 | 405 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,145 | 6,145 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Algester | Stretton | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,062 | 1,068 |
See the full school list on each profile: Algester · Stretton
Transport
| Algester | Stretton | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 58 | 51 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 31 | 15 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 60 | 66 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.2 km | 3.0 km |
Liveability
| Algester | Stretton | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.3°C | 29.3°C |
| Winter max temp | 21.5°C | 21.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,150 | 1,150 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 0 |
| Parks | 14 | 13 |
| Playgrounds | 9 | 8 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | 81 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 22.4 km | 21.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 15.9 km | 17.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.2 km | 7.6 km |
Population & growth
| Algester | Stretton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 9,020 | 4,686 |
| Estimated 2025 | 10,072 | 5,109 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 2.80% | 2.18% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Algester or Stretton?
Algester and Stretton have similar residential safety scores (66 and 66/100).
Which has better schools, Algester or Stretton?
Stretton has a higher average school ICSEA (Algester 1062 vs Stretton 1068; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Algester or Stretton?
Algester has the higher transport score (Algester 58/100 vs Stretton 51/100).
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