Arncliffe vs Wolli Creek
The verdict
Arncliffe is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.85M versus $2.42M in Wolli Creek. Wolli Creek rates higher for education (87 vs 77). Wolli Creek has a shorter estimated CBD commute (24 vs 26 min). On the separate residential safety score, Arncliffe rates higher (68 vs 45/100 in Wolli Creek).
Scores
| Arncliffe | Wolli Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 91 | 94 |
| Transport | 95 | 93 |
| Education | 77 | 87 |
| Liveability | 100 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Arncliffe | Wolli Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,023 | 10,654 |
| Median age | 34 | 30 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,046 | $2,163 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 50.6% | 68.6% |
| Born in Australia | 44.8% | 23.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.2 |
Growth: Arncliffe High Growth · Wolli Creek High Growth
Property
| Arncliffe | Wolli Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.85M | $2.42M |
| Median unit price | $803K | $805K |
| House price YoY | 20.1% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $870 | $870 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.3% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 71 | 42 |
Median price history
Safety
| Arncliffe | Wolli Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 68 | 45 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 166 | 272 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 158 | 169 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 308 | 235 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,244 | 4,374 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Arncliffe | Wolli Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 5 | 0 |
| Government | 2 | 0 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,052 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Arncliffe · Wolli Creek
Transport
| Arncliffe | Wolli Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 95 | 93 |
| Train stations | 1 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 28 | 3 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 26 | 24 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 320 m | 340 m |
Liveability
| Arncliffe | Wolli Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 8 | 15 |
| Parks | 11 | 11 |
| Playgrounds | 9 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.0 km | 2.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 9.2 km | 8.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.1 km | 2.4 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.3 km | 4.3 km |
Population & growth
| Arncliffe | Wolli Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 12,023 | 10,654 |
| Estimated 2025 | 13,131 | 12,304 |
| Projected 2041 | 22,885 | 16,063 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.23% | 3.67% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Arncliffe or Wolli Creek?
Arncliffe has the higher residential safety score (Arncliffe 68/100 vs Wolli Creek 45/100).
Which is more affordable, Arncliffe or Wolli Creek?
Arncliffe is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.85M versus $2.42M.
Which has better public transport, Arncliffe or Wolli Creek?
Arncliffe has the higher transport score (Arncliffe 95/100 vs Wolli Creek 93/100).
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