Cambridge Gardens vs Jordan Springs
The verdict
Cambridge Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $974K versus $1.10M in Jordan Springs. Cambridge Gardens rates higher for liveability (91 vs 68). Jordan Springs rates higher for education (56 vs 36). Jordan Springs is closer to the coast (44.1 km vs 46.5 km). On the separate residential safety score, Cambridge Gardens rates higher (85 vs 72/100 in Jordan Springs).
Scores
| Cambridge Gardens | Jordan Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 65 | 56 |
| Transport | 64 | 45 |
| Education | 36 | 56 |
| Liveability | 91 | 68 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Cambridge Gardens | Jordan Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,030 | 11,772 |
| Median age | 36 | 30 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,950 | $2,484 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 19.5% | 44.4% |
| Born in Australia | 80.4% | 65.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 3.2 |
Growth: Cambridge Gardens Stable · Jordan Springs Moderate Growth
Property
| Cambridge Gardens | Jordan Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $974K | $1.10M |
| Median unit price | $735K | $673K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 13.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $692 | $692 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 3.2% |
| Days on market (house) | 48 | 50 |
Median price history
Safety
| Cambridge Gardens | Jordan Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 85 | 72 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 49 | 204 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 99 | 85 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 493 | 357 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 10,197 | 2,888 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Cambridge Gardens | Jordan Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 965 | 1,017 |
See the full school list on each profile: Cambridge Gardens · Jordan Springs
Transport
| Cambridge Gardens | Jordan Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 64 | 45 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 14 | 38 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 128 | 125 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.3 km | 3.9 km |
Liveability
| Cambridge Gardens | Jordan Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.2°C | 30.2°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.6°C | 17.6°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 730 | 730 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 3 |
| Parks | 5 | 17 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 14 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 46.5 km | 44.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 47.4 km | 45.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.5 km | 4.5 km |
Population & growth
| Cambridge Gardens | Jordan Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,030 | 11,772 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,067 | 13,605 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,120 | 13,747 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.45% | 3.68% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Cambridge Gardens or Jordan Springs?
Cambridge Gardens has the higher residential safety score (Cambridge Gardens 85/100 vs Jordan Springs 72/100).
Which is more affordable, Cambridge Gardens or Jordan Springs?
Cambridge Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $974K versus $1.10M.
Which has better schools, Cambridge Gardens or Jordan Springs?
Jordan Springs has a higher average school ICSEA (Cambridge Gardens 965 vs Jordan Springs 1017; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Cambridge Gardens or Jordan Springs?
Cambridge Gardens has the higher transport score (Cambridge Gardens 64/100 vs Jordan Springs 45/100).
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