Beveridge vs Heathcote Junction
The verdict
Beveridge is more affordable, with a median house price of $650K versus $850K in Heathcote Junction. Beveridge rates higher for liveability (31 vs 21). Heathcote Junction rates higher for transport (54 vs 13). Beveridge is closer to the coast (40.4 km vs 51.6 km). On the separate residential safety score, Heathcote Junction rates higher (70 vs 24/100 in Beveridge).
Scores
| Beveridge | Heathcote Junction | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 31 | 39 |
| Transport | 13 | 54 |
| Education | 51 | 43 |
| Liveability | 31 | 21 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Beveridge | Heathcote Junction | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,642 | 811 |
| Median age | 32 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,266 | $2,101 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 30.8% | 23.6% |
| Born in Australia | 70.8% | 84.7% |
| Avg household size | 3.2 | 2.9 |
Growth: Beveridge High Growth · Heathcote Junction High Growth
Property
| Beveridge | Heathcote Junction | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $650K | $850K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 0.0% | -9.9% |
| 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
| Beveridge | Heathcote Junction | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 24 | 70 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 754 | 370 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 603 | 247 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 1,185 | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 8,832 | 2,959 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Beveridge | Heathcote Junction | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 0 |
| Government | 2 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,001 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Beveridge · Heathcote Junction
Transport
| Beveridge | Heathcote Junction | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 13 | 54 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 9 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 125 | 157 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 7.2 km | 1.7 km |
Liveability
| Beveridge | Heathcote Junction | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.0°C | 26.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.5°C | 13.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 530 | 530 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 0 |
| Parks | 20 | 3 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 5 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 40.4 km | 51.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 37.5 km | 48.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 19.3 km | 11.6 km |
Population & growth
| Beveridge | Heathcote Junction | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,642 | 811 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,136 | 1,072 |
| Projected 2041 | 15,080 | 2,635 |
| Annual growth rate | 7.22% | 7.22% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Beveridge or Heathcote Junction?
Heathcote Junction has the higher residential safety score (Beveridge 24/100 vs Heathcote Junction 70/100).
Which is more affordable, Beveridge or Heathcote Junction?
Beveridge is more affordable, with a median house price of $650K versus $850K.
Which has better public transport, Beveridge or Heathcote Junction?
Heathcote Junction has the higher transport score (Beveridge 13/100 vs Heathcote Junction 54/100).
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