Annandale vs Stanmore
The verdict
Annandale is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.41M versus $2.45M in Stanmore. Stanmore is closer to the coast (6.1 km vs 7.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Stanmore rates higher (64 vs 59/100 in Annandale).
Scores
| Annandale | Stanmore | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 95 | 96 |
| Transport | 93 | 96 |
| Education | 90 | 90 |
| 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 | Stanmore | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,487 | 7,619 |
| Median age | 38 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,683 | $2,395 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 68.7% | 67.9% |
| Born in Australia | 69.0% | 68.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.3 |
Growth: Annandale Stable · Stanmore Moderate Growth
Property
| Annandale | Stanmore | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.41M | $2.45M |
| Median unit price | $1.19M | $989K |
| House price YoY | 3.6% | 15.8% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,077 | $1,110 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.4% | 2.6% |
| Days on market (house) | 56 | 50 |
Median price history
Safety
| Annandale | Stanmore | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 59 | 64 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 253 | 184 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 253 | 184 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 179 | 223 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,554 | 4,554 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Annandale | Stanmore | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 4 |
| Government | 2 | 1 |
| Independent | 1 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,120 | 1,160 |
See the full school list on each profile: Annandale · Stanmore
Transport
| Annandale | Stanmore | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 93 | 96 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 21 | 14 |
| Light rail stops | 2 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 22 | 17 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.7 km | 250 m |
Liveability
| Annandale | Stanmore | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 9 |
| Parks | 15 | 7 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 7.4 km | 6.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 3.4 km | 4.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 7.7 km | 6.3 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.3 km | 1.5 km |
Population & growth
| Annandale | Stanmore | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 9,487 | 7,619 |
| Estimated 2025 | 9,970 | 8,056 |
| Projected 2041 | 9,768 | 8,719 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.25% | 1.40% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Annandale or Stanmore?
Stanmore has the higher residential safety score (Annandale 59/100 vs Stanmore 64/100).
Which is more affordable, Annandale or Stanmore?
Annandale is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.41M versus $2.45M.
Which has better schools, Annandale or Stanmore?
Stanmore has a higher average school ICSEA (Annandale 1120 vs Stanmore 1160; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Annandale or Stanmore?
Stanmore has the higher transport score (Annandale 93/100 vs Stanmore 96/100).
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