Ascot (Greater Bendigo) vs East Bendigo
The verdict
East Bendigo is more affordable, with a median house price of $561K versus $590K in Ascot (Greater Bendigo). Ascot (Greater Bendigo) rates higher for transport (55 vs 43). East Bendigo rates higher for liveability (47 vs 40). East Bendigo is closer to the coast (132.1 km vs 134.8 km).
Scores
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | East Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 48 | 47 |
| Transport | 55 | 43 |
| Education | 50 | 52 |
| Liveability | 40 | 47 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | East Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,571 | 2,246 |
| Median age | 35 | 45 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,913 | $1,258 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 32.2% | 33.5% |
| Born in Australia | 87.0% | 81.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.1 |
Growth: Ascot (Greater Bendigo) High Growth · East Bendigo High Growth
Property
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | East Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $590K | $561K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $400K |
| House price YoY | -4.0% | 5.2% |
| 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
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | East Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 62 | 59 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 389 | 134 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 311 | 846 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 467 | 445 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,528 | 7,881 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | East Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 0 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Ascot (Greater Bendigo) · East Bendigo
Transport
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | East Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 55 | 43 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 3 | 23 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.3 km | 3.9 km |
Liveability
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | East Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 28.5°C | 28.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 12.3°C | 12.3°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 560 | 560 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 2 |
| Parks | 6 | 1 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 6 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 134.8 km | 132.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 134.8 km | 132.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 73.3 km | 77.1 km |
Population & growth
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | East Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,571 | 2,246 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,863 | 2,248 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,396 | 2,966 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.73% | 0.02% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Ascot (Greater Bendigo) or East Bendigo?
Ascot (Greater Bendigo) has the higher residential safety score (Ascot (Greater Bendigo) 62/100 vs East Bendigo 59/100).
Which is more affordable, Ascot (Greater Bendigo) or East Bendigo?
East Bendigo is more affordable, with a median house price of $561K versus $590K.
Which has better public transport, Ascot (Greater Bendigo) or East Bendigo?
Ascot (Greater Bendigo) has the higher transport score (Ascot (Greater Bendigo) 55/100 vs East Bendigo 43/100).
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