Boolarra vs Yinnar
The verdict
Boolarra is more affordable, with a median house price of $406K versus $508K in Yinnar. Yinnar rates higher for transport (17 vs 11). Boolarra is closer to the coast (32.9 km vs 37.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, Boolarra rates higher (96 vs 61/100 in Yinnar).
Scores
| Boolarra | Yinnar | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 25 | 27 |
| Transport | 11 | 17 |
| Education | 43 | 41 |
| Liveability | 23 | 25 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Boolarra | Yinnar | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,023 | 1,021 |
| Median age | 50 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,200 | $1,629 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 25.0% | 25.3% |
| Born in Australia | 77.6% | 84.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.4 |
Growth: Boolarra — · Yinnar —
Property
| Boolarra | Yinnar | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $406K | $508K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 18.9% | 3.1% |
| 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
| Boolarra | Yinnar | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 96 | 61 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 293 | 490 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 98 | 294 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 98 | 294 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,346 | 3,330 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Boolarra | Yinnar | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 981 | 1,020 |
Transport
| Boolarra | Yinnar | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 11 | 17 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 2 | 5 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 19.5 km | 12.6 km |
Liveability
| Boolarra | Yinnar | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.0°C | 25.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.5°C | 14.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 1 |
| Parks | 3 | 6 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 32.9 km | 37.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 130.8 km | 132.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 25.2 km | 18.3 km |
Population & growth
| Boolarra | Yinnar | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,023 | 1,021 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,063 | 1,061 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 0.96% | 0.97% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Boolarra or Yinnar?
Boolarra has the higher residential safety score (Boolarra 96/100 vs Yinnar 61/100).
Which is more affordable, Boolarra or Yinnar?
Boolarra is more affordable, with a median house price of $406K versus $508K.
Which has better schools, Boolarra or Yinnar?
Yinnar has a higher average school ICSEA (Boolarra 981 vs Yinnar 1020; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Boolarra or Yinnar?
Yinnar has the higher transport score (Boolarra 11/100 vs Yinnar 17/100).
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