Berkeley Vale vs Tumbi Umbi
The verdict
Berkeley Vale is more affordable, with a median house price of $988K versus $1.09M in Tumbi Umbi. Berkeley Vale rates higher for transport (58 vs 28). Tumbi Umbi rates higher for education (49 vs 43). Tumbi Umbi is closer to the coast (4.7 km vs 6.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Berkeley Vale rates higher (86 vs 68/100 in Tumbi Umbi).
Scores
| Berkeley Vale | Tumbi Umbi | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 50 | 41 |
| Transport | 58 | 28 |
| Education | 43 | 49 |
| Liveability | 47 | 47 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Berkeley Vale | Tumbi Umbi | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,951 | 5,369 |
| Median age | 36 | 45 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,791 | $1,657 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 23.2% | 26.5% |
| Born in Australia | 85.0% | 82.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Growth: Berkeley Vale Moderate Growth · Tumbi Umbi Moderate Growth
Property
| Berkeley Vale | Tumbi Umbi | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $988K | $1.09M |
| Median unit price | $521K | $608K |
| House price YoY | 10.5% | -16.7% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $680 | $680 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.4% | 3.5% |
| Days on market (house) | 54 | 55 |
Median price history
Safety
| Berkeley Vale | Tumbi Umbi | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 86 | 68 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 112 | 168 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 101 | 112 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 324 | 503 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,173 | 3,725 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Berkeley Vale | Tumbi Umbi | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 946 | 1,014 |
See the full school list on each profile: Berkeley Vale · Tumbi Umbi
Transport
| Berkeley Vale | Tumbi Umbi | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 58 | 28 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 78 | 50 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 167 | 157 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.5 km | 5.9 km |
Liveability
| Berkeley Vale | Tumbi Umbi | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.0°C | 27.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 7 | 3 |
| Playgrounds | 7 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 6.7 km | 4.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 62.9 km | 59.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 6.7 km | 4.7 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 9.9 km | 10.0 km |
Population & growth
| Berkeley Vale | Tumbi Umbi | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 8,951 | 5,369 |
| Estimated 2025 | 9,218 | 5,529 |
| Projected 2041 | 10,696 | 6,416 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.74% | 0.74% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Berkeley Vale or Tumbi Umbi?
Berkeley Vale has the higher residential safety score (Berkeley Vale 86/100 vs Tumbi Umbi 68/100).
Which is more affordable, Berkeley Vale or Tumbi Umbi?
Berkeley Vale is more affordable, with a median house price of $988K versus $1.09M.
Which has better schools, Berkeley Vale or Tumbi Umbi?
Tumbi Umbi has a higher average school ICSEA (Berkeley Vale 946 vs Tumbi Umbi 1014; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Berkeley Vale or Tumbi Umbi?
Berkeley Vale has the higher transport score (Berkeley Vale 58/100 vs Tumbi Umbi 28/100).
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