Carlton vs Kogarah Bay
The verdict
Carlton is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.82M versus $2.53M in Kogarah Bay. Carlton rates higher for transport (97 vs 81). Carlton has a shorter estimated CBD commute (35 vs 55 min). On the separate residential safety score, Kogarah Bay rates higher (100 vs 83/100 in Carlton).
Scores
| Carlton | Kogarah Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 92 | 84 |
| Transport | 97 | 81 |
| Education | 76 | 74 |
| Liveability | 100 | 95 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Carlton | Kogarah Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,631 | 2,102 |
| Median age | 38 | 44 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,860 | $2,528 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 51.9% | 49.2% |
| Born in Australia | 45.3% | 64.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 3.1 |
Growth: Carlton Moderate Growth · Kogarah Bay Moderate Growth
Property
| Carlton | Kogarah Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.82M | $2.53M |
| Median unit price | $788K | $1.07M |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $800 | $800 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 43 | 62 |
Median price history
Safety
| Carlton | Kogarah Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 83 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 113 | 95 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 94 | 95 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 367 | 95 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,972 | 2,188 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Carlton | Kogarah Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,069 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Carlton · Kogarah Bay
Transport
| Carlton | Kogarah Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 97 | 81 |
| Train stations | 1 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 39 | 20 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 35 | 55 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 410 m | 1.6 km |
Liveability
| Carlton | Kogarah Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,090 | 1,090 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 3 | 0 |
| Parks | 9 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 4 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.8 km | 2.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 13.4 km | 14.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 3.7 km | 2.6 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.2 km | 2.0 km |
Population & growth
| Carlton | Kogarah Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 10,631 | 2,102 |
| Estimated 2025 | 11,562 | 2,286 |
| Projected 2041 | 12,989 | 2,568 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.12% | 2.12% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Carlton or Kogarah Bay?
Kogarah Bay has the higher residential safety score (Carlton 83/100 vs Kogarah Bay 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Carlton or Kogarah Bay?
Carlton is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.82M versus $2.53M.
Which has better public transport, Carlton or Kogarah Bay?
Carlton has the higher transport score (Carlton 97/100 vs Kogarah Bay 81/100).
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