Arncliffe vs Bardwell Valley
The verdict
Arncliffe is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.79M versus $2.00M in Bardwell Valley. Arncliffe rates higher for transport (95 vs 85). Arncliffe is closer to the coast (2.0 km vs 3.3 km). On the separate residential safety score, Bardwell Valley rates higher (100 vs 68/100 in Arncliffe).
Scores
| Arncliffe | Bardwell Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 91 | 86 |
| Transport | 95 | 85 |
| Education | 77 | 73 |
| Liveability | 100 | 97 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Arncliffe | Bardwell Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,023 | 2,344 |
| Median age | 34 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,046 | $2,099 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 50.6% | 46.6% |
| Born in Australia | 44.8% | 62.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.9 |
Growth: Arncliffe High Growth · Bardwell Valley High Growth
Property
| Arncliffe | Bardwell Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.79M | $2.00M |
| Median unit price | $784K | $1.23M |
| House price YoY | 12.1% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $760 | $830 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.1% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 40 | 38 |
Median price history
Safety
| Arncliffe | Bardwell Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 68 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 166 | 85 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 158 | 43 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 308 | 171 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,967 | 2,389 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Arncliffe | Bardwell Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 5 | 0 |
| Government | 2 | 0 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,055 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Arncliffe · Bardwell Valley
Transport
| Arncliffe | Bardwell Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 95 | 85 |
| Train stations | 1 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 28 | 8 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 26 | 42 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 320 m | 910 m |
Liveability
| Arncliffe | Bardwell Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,090 | 1,090 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 8 | 0 |
| Parks | 11 | 3 |
| Playgrounds | 9 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.0 km | 3.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 9.2 km | 9.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.1 km | 3.5 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.3 km | 3.3 km |
Population & growth
| Arncliffe | Bardwell Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 12,023 | 2,344 |
| Estimated 2025 | 13,131 | 2,560 |
| Projected 2041 | 22,885 | 4,462 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.23% | 2.23% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Arncliffe or Bardwell Valley?
Bardwell Valley has the higher residential safety score (Arncliffe 68/100 vs Bardwell Valley 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Arncliffe or Bardwell Valley?
Arncliffe is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.79M versus $2.00M.
Which has better public transport, Arncliffe or Bardwell Valley?
Arncliffe has the higher transport score (Arncliffe 95/100 vs Bardwell Valley 85/100).
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