Arcadia vs Galston
The verdict
Galston is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.68M versus $2.87M in Arcadia. Galston rates higher for liveability (55 vs 24). Arcadia is closer to the coast (12.5 km vs 15.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, Arcadia rates higher (100 vs 92/100 in Galston).
Scores
| Arcadia | Galston | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 38 | 50 |
| Transport | 24 | 24 |
| Education | 72 | 76 |
| Liveability | 24 | 55 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Arcadia | Galston | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,475 | 3,195 |
| Median age | 46 | 46 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,659 | $2,295 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 42.2% | 42.2% |
| Born in Australia | 79.6% | 77.6% |
| Avg household size | 3.2 | 2.8 |
Growth: Arcadia Stable · Galston Stable
Property
| Arcadia | Galston | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.87M | $2.68M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $900K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 59.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $880 | $880 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 1.4% |
| Days on market (house) | 42 | 70 |
Median price history
Safety
| Arcadia | Galston | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 92 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 68 | 219 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 136 | 0 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 68 | 125 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,085 | 2,128 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Arcadia | Galston | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,065 | 1,043 |
Transport
| Arcadia | Galston | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 24 | 24 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 30 | 36 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 90 | 81 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 8.0 km | 5.2 km |
Liveability
| Arcadia | Galston | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.5°C | 25.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 16.5°C | 16.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 6 |
| Parks | 0 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 5 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 13 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 12.5 km | 15.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 31.9 km | 28.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 11.1 km | 7.5 km |
Population & growth
| Arcadia | Galston | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,475 | 3,195 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,484 | 3,215 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,529 | 3,312 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.15% | 0.16% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Arcadia or Galston?
Arcadia has the higher residential safety score (Arcadia 100/100 vs Galston 92/100).
Which is more affordable, Arcadia or Galston?
Galston is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.68M versus $2.87M.
Which has better schools, Arcadia or Galston?
Arcadia has a higher average school ICSEA (Arcadia 1065 vs Galston 1043; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Arcadia or Galston?
Arcadia and Galston have similar transport scores.
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