Balgownie vs Tarrawanna
The verdict
Tarrawanna is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.19M versus $1.42M in Balgownie. Balgownie rates higher for transport (64 vs 53). Tarrawanna has a shorter estimated CBD commute (168 vs 172 min).
Scores
| Balgownie | Tarrawanna | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 67 | 61 |
| Transport | 64 | 53 |
| Education | 66 | 60 |
| Liveability | 72 | 69 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Balgownie | Tarrawanna | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,722 | 2,184 |
| Median age | 42 | 48 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,912 | $1,449 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 43.2% | 34.4% |
| Born in Australia | 77.0% | 76.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.4 |
Growth: Balgownie Moderate Growth · Tarrawanna High Growth
Property
| Balgownie | Tarrawanna | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.42M | $1.19M |
| Median unit price | $895K | $836K |
| House price YoY | 21.7% | -16.8% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $832 | $820 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.7% | 3.5% |
| Days on market (house) | 52 | 43 |
Median price history
Safety
| Balgownie | Tarrawanna | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 99 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 70 | 46 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 105 | 46 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 227 | 183 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,744 | 2,289 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Balgownie | Tarrawanna | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,076 | 982 |
See the full school list on each profile: Balgownie · Tarrawanna
Transport
| Balgownie | Tarrawanna | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 64 | 53 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 53 | 11 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 172 | 168 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.5 km | 2.2 km |
Liveability
| Balgownie | Tarrawanna | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.0°C | 25.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,250 | 1,250 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 4 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 3.4 km | 3.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 64.9 km | 63.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 3.4 km | 3.4 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.4 km | 5.1 km |
Population & growth
| Balgownie | Tarrawanna | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,722 | 2,184 |
| Estimated 2025 | 5,924 | 2,277 |
| Projected 2041 | 6,892 | 3,079 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.87% | 1.05% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Balgownie or Tarrawanna?
Tarrawanna has the higher residential safety score (Balgownie 99/100 vs Tarrawanna 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Balgownie or Tarrawanna?
Tarrawanna is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.19M versus $1.42M.
Which has better schools, Balgownie or Tarrawanna?
Balgownie has a higher average school ICSEA (Balgownie 1076 vs Tarrawanna 982; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Balgownie or Tarrawanna?
Balgownie has the higher transport score (Balgownie 64/100 vs Tarrawanna 53/100).
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