Aspendale Gardens vs Waterways
The verdict
Aspendale Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.12M versus $1.52M in Waterways. Aspendale Gardens rates higher for transport (61 vs 52). Waterways rates higher for education (79 vs 66). Aspendale Gardens is closer to the coast (1.9 km vs 3.0 km). On the separate residential safety score, Aspendale Gardens rates higher (100 vs 49/100 in Waterways).
Scores
| Aspendale Gardens | Waterways | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 67 | 66 |
| Transport | 61 | 52 |
| Education | 66 | 79 |
| Liveability | 73 | 70 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Aspendale Gardens | Waterways | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,427 | 2,422 |
| Median age | 43 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,210 | $3,013 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 43.4% | 59.3% |
| Born in Australia | 66.4% | 54.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 3.3 |
Growth: Aspendale Gardens — · Waterways —
Property
| Aspendale Gardens | Waterways | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.12M | $1.52M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -6.0% | 5.6% |
| 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
| Aspendale Gardens | Waterways | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 49 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 156 | 826 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 93 | 124 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 62 | 206 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,209 | 2,684 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Aspendale Gardens | Waterways | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,088 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Aspendale Gardens · Waterways
Transport
| Aspendale Gardens | Waterways | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 61 | 52 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 17 | 5 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 93 | 92 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.7 km | 2.9 km |
Liveability
| Aspendale Gardens | Waterways | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 1 |
| Parks | 21 | 8 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 1.9 km | 3.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 27.0 km | 26.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.0 km | 3.1 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 11.3 km | 11.1 km |
Population & growth
| Aspendale Gardens | Waterways | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,427 | 2,422 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,529 | 2,460 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 0.39% | 0.39% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Aspendale Gardens or Waterways?
Aspendale Gardens has the higher residential safety score (Aspendale Gardens 100/100 vs Waterways 49/100).
Which is more affordable, Aspendale Gardens or Waterways?
Aspendale Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.12M versus $1.52M.
Which has better public transport, Aspendale Gardens or Waterways?
Aspendale Gardens has the higher transport score (Aspendale Gardens 61/100 vs Waterways 52/100).
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