Blaxland vs Mount Riverview
The verdict
Blaxland is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.20M versus $1.24M in Mount Riverview. Blaxland rates higher for transport (88 vs 49). Mount Riverview is closer to the coast (52.8 km vs 55.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Mount Riverview rates higher (100 vs 95/100 in Blaxland).
Scores
| Blaxland | Mount Riverview | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 76 | 54 |
| Transport | 88 | 49 |
| Education | 67 | 63 |
| Liveability | 73 | 50 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Blaxland | Mount Riverview | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,434 | 3,074 |
| Median age | 41 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,171 | $2,248 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 46.6% | 42.9% |
| Born in Australia | 82.7% | 83.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.8 |
Growth: Blaxland Stable · Mount Riverview Stable
Property
| Blaxland | Mount Riverview | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.20M | $1.24M |
| Median unit price | $838K | $960K |
| House price YoY | 8.3% | 37.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $695 | $695 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.0% | 2.7% |
| Days on market (house) | 43 | 44 |
Median price history
Safety
| Blaxland | Mount Riverview | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 95 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 108 | 65 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 0 | 33 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 309 | 163 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,852 | 1,399 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Blaxland | Mount Riverview | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 1 |
| Government | 3 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,067 | 1,050 |
See the full school list on each profile: Blaxland · Mount Riverview
Transport
| Blaxland | Mount Riverview | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 88 | 49 |
| Train stations | 1 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 55 | 18 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 100 | 147 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 660 m | 3.1 km |
Liveability
| Blaxland | Mount Riverview | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.2°C | 30.2°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.6°C | 17.6°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 730 | 730 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 14 | 1 |
| Parks | 7 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | 7 | 4 |
| Swimming pools | 110 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 5 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 55.2 km | 52.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 56.4 km | 55.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 9.1 km | 7.9 km |
Population & growth
| Blaxland | Mount Riverview | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 7,434 | 3,074 |
| Estimated 2025 | 7,525 | 3,111 |
| Projected 2041 | 7,517 | 3,108 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.30% | 0.30% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Blaxland or Mount Riverview?
Mount Riverview has the higher residential safety score (Blaxland 95/100 vs Mount Riverview 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Blaxland or Mount Riverview?
Blaxland is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.20M versus $1.24M.
Which has better schools, Blaxland or Mount Riverview?
Blaxland has a higher average school ICSEA (Blaxland 1067 vs Mount Riverview 1050; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Blaxland or Mount Riverview?
Blaxland has the higher transport score (Blaxland 88/100 vs Mount Riverview 49/100).
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