Braemar vs Colo Vale
The verdict
Braemar is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.00M versus $1.02M in Colo Vale. Braemar rates higher for transport (35 vs 0). Braemar is closer to the coast (37.7 km vs 41.1 km).
Scores
BraemarColo Vale
| Braemar | Colo Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 39 | 22 |
| Transport | 35 | 0 |
| Education | 57 | 44 |
| Liveability | 27 | 24 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Braemar | Colo Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 966 | 1,775 |
| Median age | 34 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,930 | $1,875 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 36.2% | 22.7% |
| Born in Australia | 72.2% | 85.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 2.8 |
Growth: Braemar High Growth · Colo Vale High Growth
Property
| Braemar | Colo Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.00M | $1.02M |
| Median unit price | $1.11M | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 13.9% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $695 | $695 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.5% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 37 | 30 |
Median price history
Safety
| Braemar | Colo Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 207 | 113 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 0 | 0 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 0 | 113 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,623 | 2,141 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Braemar | Colo Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 969 |
See the full school list on each profile: Braemar · Colo Vale
Transport
| Braemar | Colo Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 35 | 0 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.1 km | 7.8 km |
Liveability
| Braemar | Colo Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.0°C | 25.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,250 | 1,250 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 0 | 0 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 37.7 km | 41.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 90.9 km | 89.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 8.2 km | 11.7 km |
Population & growth
| Braemar | Colo Vale | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 966 | 1,775 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,010 | 1,831 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,280 | 2,556 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.12% | 0.78% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Braemar or Colo Vale?
Braemar and Colo Vale have similar residential safety scores (100 and 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Braemar or Colo Vale?
Braemar is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.00M versus $1.02M.
Which has better public transport, Braemar or Colo Vale?
Braemar has the higher transport score (Braemar 35/100 vs Colo Vale 0/100).
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