Bayview vs Church Point
The verdict
Church Point is more affordable, with a median house price of $3.39M versus $3.74M in Bayview. Bayview rates higher for liveability (84 vs 62). Church Point rates higher for transport (48 vs 33). Bayview has a shorter estimated CBD commute (86 vs 89 min). On the separate residential safety score, Bayview rates higher (100 vs 75/100 in Church Point).
Scores
| Bayview | Church Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 64 | 63 |
| Transport | 33 | 48 |
| Education | 76 | 82 |
| Liveability | 84 | 62 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Bayview | Church Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,807 | 1,066 |
| Median age | 58 | 54 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,885 | $3,182 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 45.5% | 54.3% |
| Born in Australia | 67.4% | 63.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.6 |
Growth: Bayview Stable · Church Point Stable
Property
| Bayview | Church Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $3.74M | $3.39M |
| Median unit price | $4.54M | $2.91M |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,725 | $922 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 46 | 56 |
Median price history
Safety
| Bayview | Church Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 75 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 105 | 94 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 79 | 188 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 105 | 94 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,655 | 5,629 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Bayview | Church Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 0 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Bayview · Church Point
Transport
| Bayview | Church Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 33 | 48 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 28 | 25 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 86 | 89 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 13.3 km | 12.1 km |
Liveability
| Bayview | Church Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.5°C | 25.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 16.5°C | 16.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 2 |
| Parks | 5 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 11 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 760 m | 310 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 24.7 km | 25.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.8 km | 3.2 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 11.2 km | 12.1 km |
Population & growth
| Bayview | Church Point | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,807 | 1,066 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,863 | 1,082 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,883 | 1,087 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.37% | 0.37% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Bayview or Church Point?
Bayview has the higher residential safety score (Bayview 100/100 vs Church Point 75/100).
Which is more affordable, Bayview or Church Point?
Church Point is more affordable, with a median house price of $3.39M versus $3.74M.
Which has better public transport, Bayview or Church Point?
Church Point has the higher transport score (Bayview 33/100 vs Church Point 48/100).
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