Buff Point vs San Remo
The verdict
San Remo is more affordable, with a median house price of $808K versus $847K in Buff Point. San Remo rates higher for transport (55 vs 46). Buff Point is closer to the coast (3.4 km vs 5.3 km). On the separate residential safety score, Buff Point rates higher (57 vs 37/100 in San Remo).
Scores
| Buff Point | San Remo | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 45 | 47 |
| Transport | 46 | 55 |
| Education | 33 | 29 |
| Liveability | 53 | 54 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Buff Point | San Remo | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,559 | 4,434 |
| Median age | 44 | 34 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,323 | $1,375 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 17.5% | 12.7% |
| Born in Australia | 85.7% | 86.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2.7 |
Growth: Buff Point Stable · San Remo Moderate Growth
Property
| Buff Point | San Remo | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $847K | $808K |
| Median unit price | $548K | $580K |
| House price YoY | 12.7% | 16.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $600 | $600 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.4% | 3.6% |
| Days on market (house) | 50 | 43 |
Median price history
Safety
| Buff Point | San Remo | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 57 | 37 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 169 | 135 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 28 | 248 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 955 | 1,466 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,973 | 10,036 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Buff Point | San Remo | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 911 |
See the full school list on each profile: Buff Point · San Remo
Transport
| Buff Point | San Remo | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 46 | 55 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 36 | 23 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 203 | 206 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 7.0 km | 5.0 km |
Liveability
| Buff Point | San Remo | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 5 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 3.4 km | 5.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 77.8 km | 78.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 3.4 km | 5.3 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.2 km | 6.4 km |
Population & growth
| Buff Point | San Remo | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,559 | 4,434 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,658 | 4,563 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,747 | 4,908 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.69% | 0.72% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Buff Point or San Remo?
Buff Point has the higher residential safety score (Buff Point 57/100 vs San Remo 37/100).
Which is more affordable, Buff Point or San Remo?
San Remo is more affordable, with a median house price of $808K versus $847K.
Which has better public transport, Buff Point or San Remo?
San Remo has the higher transport score (Buff Point 46/100 vs San Remo 55/100).
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