Annandale vs Rozelle
The verdict
Annandale is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.41M versus $2.43M in Rozelle. Annandale rates higher for transport (93 vs 81). Annandale is closer to the coast (7.4 km vs 9.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Rozelle rates higher (74 vs 59/100 in Annandale).
Scores
| Annandale | Rozelle | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 95 | 91 |
| Transport | 93 | 81 |
| Education | 90 | 92 |
| 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 | Rozelle | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,487 | 8,553 |
| Median age | 38 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,683 | $3,196 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 68.7% | 69.0% |
| Born in Australia | 69.0% | 66.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.3 |
Growth: Annandale Stable · Rozelle High Growth
Property
| Annandale | Rozelle | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.41M | $2.43M |
| Median unit price | $1.19M | $1.43M |
| House price YoY | 3.6% | 9.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,077 | $1,150 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.4% | 2.3% |
| Days on market (house) | 56 | 59 |
Median price history
Safety
| Annandale | Rozelle | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 59 | 74 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 253 | 117 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 253 | 140 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 179 | 257 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,554 | 4,794 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Annandale | Rozelle | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 4 |
| Government | 2 | 2 |
| Independent | 1 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,120 | 1,151 |
See the full school list on each profile: Annandale · Rozelle
Transport
| Annandale | Rozelle | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 93 | 81 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 21 | 26 |
| Light rail stops | 2 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 22 | 22 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.7 km | 3.0 km |
Liveability
| Annandale | Rozelle | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 7 |
| Parks | 15 | 23 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 7 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | 3 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 7.4 km | 9.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 3.4 km | 3.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 7.7 km | 8.7 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.3 km | 2.8 km |
Population & growth
| Annandale | Rozelle | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 9,487 | 8,553 |
| Estimated 2025 | 9,970 | 8,768 |
| Projected 2041 | 9,768 | 11,639 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.25% | 0.62% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Annandale or Rozelle?
Rozelle has the higher residential safety score (Annandale 59/100 vs Rozelle 74/100).
Which is more affordable, Annandale or Rozelle?
Annandale is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.41M versus $2.43M.
Which has better schools, Annandale or Rozelle?
Rozelle has a higher average school ICSEA (Annandale 1120 vs Rozelle 1151; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Annandale or Rozelle?
Annandale has the higher transport score (Annandale 93/100 vs Rozelle 81/100).
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