Ashwood vs Oakleigh
The verdict
Oakleigh is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.40M versus $1.45M in Ashwood. Oakleigh rates higher for transport (99 vs 79). Oakleigh is closer to the coast (9.6 km vs 10.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Ashwood rates higher (56 vs 33/100 in Oakleigh).
Scores
| Ashwood | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 87 | 96 |
| Transport | 79 | 99 |
| Education | 92 | 89 |
| Liveability | 91 | 98 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Ashwood | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,154 | 8,442 |
| Median age | 39 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,909 | $1,926 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 61.4% | 58.6% |
| Born in Australia | 56.8% | 57.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.5 |
Growth: Ashwood Moderate Growth · Oakleigh Moderate Growth
Property
| Ashwood | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.45M | $1.40M |
| Median unit price | $948K | $575K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 6.0% |
| 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
| Ashwood | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 56 | 33 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 489 | 687 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 545 | 1,149 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 405 | 391 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,989 | 16,525 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Ashwood | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 5 | 3 |
| Government | 3 | 1 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,070 | 1,108 |
See the full school list on each profile: Ashwood · Oakleigh
Transport
| Ashwood | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 79 | 99 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 30 | 57 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 53 | 38 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.2 km | 650 m |
Liveability
| Ashwood | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 6 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 55 |
| Parks | 11 | 14 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 6 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 7 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 7 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 10.7 km | 9.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 13.6 km | 15.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | 9.6 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.0 km | 5.5 km |
Population & growth
| Ashwood | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 7,154 | 8,442 |
| Estimated 2025 | 7,645 | 9,231 |
| Projected 2041 | 9,201 | 10,857 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.67% | 2.26% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Ashwood or Oakleigh?
Ashwood has the higher residential safety score (Ashwood 56/100 vs Oakleigh 33/100).
Which is more affordable, Ashwood or Oakleigh?
Oakleigh is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.40M versus $1.45M.
Which has better schools, Ashwood or Oakleigh?
Oakleigh has a higher average school ICSEA (Ashwood 1070 vs Oakleigh 1108; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Ashwood or Oakleigh?
Oakleigh has the higher transport score (Ashwood 79/100 vs Oakleigh 99/100).
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