Annandale vs Lilyfield
The verdict
Annandale is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.41M versus $2.55M in Lilyfield. Annandale rates higher for transport (93 vs 87). Annandale is closer to the coast (7.4 km vs 8.6 km). On the separate residential safety score, Annandale rates higher (59 vs 38/100 in Lilyfield).
Scores
| Annandale | Lilyfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 95 | 93 |
| Transport | 93 | 87 |
| Education | 90 | 91 |
| Liveability | 100 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Annandale | Lilyfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,487 | 7,641 |
| Median age | 38 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,683 | $2,858 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 68.7% | 62.8% |
| Born in Australia | 69.0% | 68.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.5 |
Growth: Annandale Stable · Lilyfield High Growth
Property
| Annandale | Lilyfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.41M | $2.55M |
| Median unit price | $1.19M | $1.45M |
| House price YoY | 3.6% | 11.0% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,077 | $975 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.4% | 1.8% |
| Days on market (house) | 56 | 69 |
Median price history
Safety
| Annandale | Lilyfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 59 | 38 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 253 | 380 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 253 | 275 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 179 | 445 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,554 | 5,536 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Annandale | Lilyfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 2 |
| Government | 2 | 1 |
| Independent | 1 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,120 | 1,132 |
See the full school list on each profile: Annandale · Lilyfield
Transport
| Annandale | Lilyfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 93 | 87 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 21 | 19 |
| Light rail stops | 2 | 4 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 22 | 25 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.7 km | 2.6 km |
Liveability
| Annandale | Lilyfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.9°C | 25.9°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.0°C | 17.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,213 | 1,213 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 18 | 6 |
| Parks | 15 | 11 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | 5 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 7.4 km | 8.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 3.4 km | 4.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 7.7 km | 8.8 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.3 km | 2.8 km |
Population & growth
| Annandale | Lilyfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 9,487 | 7,641 |
| Estimated 2025 | 9,970 | 7,833 |
| Projected 2041 | 9,768 | 10,398 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.25% | 0.62% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Annandale or Lilyfield?
Annandale has the higher residential safety score (Annandale 59/100 vs Lilyfield 38/100).
Which is more affordable, Annandale or Lilyfield?
Annandale is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.41M versus $2.55M.
Which has better schools, Annandale or Lilyfield?
Lilyfield has a higher average school ICSEA (Annandale 1120 vs Lilyfield 1132; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Annandale or Lilyfield?
Annandale has the higher transport score (Annandale 93/100 vs Lilyfield 87/100).
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