Ardeer vs Cairnlea
The verdict
Ardeer is more affordable, with a median house price of $695K versus $939K in Cairnlea. Ardeer rates higher for transport (78 vs 63). Cairnlea rates higher for liveability (92 vs 86). Ardeer is closer to the coast (10.7 km vs 12.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, Cairnlea rates higher (93 vs 70/100 in Ardeer).
Scores
| Ardeer | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 75 | 74 |
| Transport | 78 | 63 |
| Education | 60 | 65 |
| Liveability | 86 | 92 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Ardeer | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,170 | 10,038 |
| Median age | 37 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,452 | $2,062 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 37.8% | 45.6% |
| Born in Australia | 47.3% | 45.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 3.4 |
Growth: Ardeer Moderate Growth · Cairnlea Moderate Growth
Property
| Ardeer | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $695K | $939K |
| Median unit price | $561K | $423K |
| House price YoY | 12.6% | 0.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | 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
| Ardeer | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 70 | 93 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 221 | 229 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 442 | 229 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 410 | 229 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 7,823 | 2,929 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Ardeer | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 3 |
| Government | 1 | 3 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 992 | 1,024 |
Transport
| Ardeer | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 78 | 63 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 13 | 15 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 57 | 62 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 790 m | 1.9 km |
Liveability
| Ardeer | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.0°C | 26.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.5°C | 13.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 530 | 530 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 9 |
| Parks | 6 | 22 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 10 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 10.7 km | 12.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 14.8 km | 16.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.4 km | 2.6 km |
Population & growth
| Ardeer | Cairnlea | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,170 | 10,038 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,322 | 9,932 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,737 | 11,834 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.18% | -0.27% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Ardeer or Cairnlea?
Cairnlea has the higher residential safety score (Ardeer 70/100 vs Cairnlea 93/100).
Which is more affordable, Ardeer or Cairnlea?
Ardeer is more affordable, with a median house price of $695K versus $939K.
Which has better schools, Ardeer or Cairnlea?
Cairnlea has a higher average school ICSEA (Ardeer 992 vs Cairnlea 1024; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Ardeer or Cairnlea?
Ardeer has the higher transport score (Ardeer 78/100 vs Cairnlea 63/100).
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