Beaconsfield Upper vs Beaconsfield
The verdict
Beaconsfield is more affordable, with a median house price of $928K versus $1.05M in Beaconsfield Upper. Beaconsfield rates higher for transport (89 vs 0). Beaconsfield is closer to the coast (19.2 km vs 24.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, Beaconsfield Upper rates higher (100 vs 59/100 in Beaconsfield).
Scores
| Beaconsfield Upper | Beaconsfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 30 | 73 |
| Transport | 0 | 89 |
| Education | 60 | 57 |
| Liveability | 33 | 71 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Beaconsfield Upper | Beaconsfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,997 | 7,267 |
| Median age | 42 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,755 | $2,279 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 34.1% | 33.9% |
| Born in Australia | 81.5% | 76.9% |
| Avg household size | 3.2 | 2.9 |
Growth: Beaconsfield Upper High Growth · Beaconsfield High Growth
Property
| Beaconsfield Upper | Beaconsfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.05M | $928K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $580K |
| House price YoY | -0.2% | 8.3% |
| 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
| Beaconsfield Upper | Beaconsfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 59 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 100 | 550 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 33 | 440 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 33 | 289 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 968 | 6,605 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Beaconsfield Upper | Beaconsfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,047 | 1,040 |
See the full school list on each profile: Beaconsfield Upper · Beaconsfield
Transport
| Beaconsfield Upper | Beaconsfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 0 | 89 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 29 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 148 | 97 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 7.6 km | 1.8 km |
Liveability
| Beaconsfield Upper | Beaconsfield | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 5 | 16 |
| Parks | 4 | 25 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 9 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 24.1 km | 19.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 45.3 km | 44.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 8.5 km | 3.1 km |
Population & growth
| Beaconsfield Upper | Beaconsfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,997 | 7,267 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,035 | 8,952 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,979 | 12,074 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.32% | 5.35% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Beaconsfield Upper or Beaconsfield?
Beaconsfield Upper has the higher residential safety score (Beaconsfield Upper 100/100 vs Beaconsfield 59/100).
Which is more affordable, Beaconsfield Upper or Beaconsfield?
Beaconsfield is more affordable, with a median house price of $928K versus $1.05M.
Which has better schools, Beaconsfield Upper or Beaconsfield?
Beaconsfield Upper has a higher average school ICSEA (Beaconsfield Upper 1047 vs Beaconsfield 1040; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Beaconsfield Upper or Beaconsfield?
Beaconsfield has the higher transport score (Beaconsfield Upper 0/100 vs Beaconsfield 89/100).
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