Bayview vs The Narrows
The verdict
Bayview rates higher for education (64 vs 56). Bayview has a shorter estimated CBD commute (21 vs 25 min).
Scores
BayviewThe Narrows
| Bayview | The Narrows | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 60 | 56 |
| Transport | 48 | 45 |
| Education | 64 | 56 |
| Liveability | 68 | 68 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Bayview | The Narrows | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,702 | 632 |
| Median age | 34 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $3,312 | $1,577 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 51.5% | 38.2% |
| Born in Australia | 69.0% | 67.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.3 |
Growth: Bayview High Growth · The Narrows High Growth
Property
| Bayview | The Narrows | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| 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
Data not available
Safety
| Bayview | The Narrows | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 68 | 70 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 353 | 316 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Domestic assault /100k | 1,116 | 1,108 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 7,307 | 7,307 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Bayview | The Narrows | |
|---|---|---|
| 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: Bayview · The Narrows
Transport
| Bayview | The Narrows | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 48 | 45 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 5 | 1 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 21 | 25 |
| Nearest train station (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
Liveability
| Bayview | The Narrows | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 32.0°C | 32.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 30.5°C | 30.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,700 | 1,700 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 6 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 270 m | 780 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 3.1 km | 4.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.8 km | 2.9 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 9.4 km | 8.2 km |
Population & growth
| Bayview | The Narrows | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,702 | 632 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,715 | 647 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,580 | 958 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.19% | 0.59% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Bayview or The Narrows?
The Narrows has the higher residential safety score (Bayview 68/100 vs The Narrows 70/100).
Which has better public transport, Bayview or The Narrows?
Bayview has the higher transport score (Bayview 48/100 vs The Narrows 45/100).
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