Clarence Gardens vs Melrose Park
The verdict
Melrose Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.10M versus $1.39M in Clarence Gardens. Clarence Gardens rates higher for education (83 vs 75). Clarence Gardens has a shorter estimated CBD commute (28 vs 32 min). On the separate residential safety score, Clarence Gardens rates higher (97 vs 78/100 in Melrose Park).
Scores
| Clarence Gardens | Melrose Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 83 | 77 |
| Transport | 86 | 81 |
| Education | 83 | 75 |
| Liveability | 79 | 76 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Clarence Gardens | Melrose Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,373 | 2,319 |
| Median age | 38 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,200 | $1,583 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 56.2% | 46.4% |
| Born in Australia | 76.5% | 74.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.4 |
Growth: Clarence Gardens Stable · Melrose Park Stable
Property
| Clarence Gardens | Melrose Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.39M | $1.10M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 35.4% | 1.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $580 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.3% | 2.6% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Clarence Gardens | Melrose Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 97 | 78 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 169 | 129 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 42 | 216 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,708 | 6,511 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Clarence Gardens | Melrose Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,093 |
See the full school list on each profile: Clarence Gardens · Melrose Park
Transport
| Clarence Gardens | Melrose Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 86 | 81 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 12 | 15 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 28 | 32 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 600 m | 1.1 km |
Liveability
| Clarence Gardens | Melrose Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 5 |
| Parks | 2 | 6 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 6.0 km | 6.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 5.3 km | 6.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 9.5 km | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.7 km | 4.1 km |
Population & growth
| Clarence Gardens | Melrose Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,373 | 2,319 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,406 | 2,351 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,438 | 2,382 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.35% | 0.34% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Clarence Gardens or Melrose Park?
Clarence Gardens has the higher residential safety score (Clarence Gardens 97/100 vs Melrose Park 78/100).
Which is more affordable, Clarence Gardens or Melrose Park?
Melrose Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.10M versus $1.39M.
Which has better public transport, Clarence Gardens or Melrose Park?
Clarence Gardens has the higher transport score (Clarence Gardens 86/100 vs Melrose Park 81/100).
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