Clarenza vs Grafton
The verdict
Grafton is more affordable, with a median house price of $550K versus $935K in Clarenza. Grafton rates higher for transport (46 vs 0). Clarenza is closer to the coast (28.5 km vs 35.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Clarenza rates higher (42 vs 6/100 in Grafton).
Scores
| Clarenza | Grafton | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 16 | 46 |
| Transport | 0 | 46 |
| Education | 36 | 32 |
| Liveability | 16 | 58 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Clarenza | Grafton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 602 | 10,563 |
| Median age | 49 | 44 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,076 | $1,179 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 26.6% | 21.6% |
| Born in Australia | 90.2% | 88.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.2 |
Growth: Clarenza Stable · Grafton Stable
Property
| Clarenza | Grafton | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $935K | $550K |
| Median unit price | $520K | $403K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 17.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $520 | $520 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 4.6% |
| Days on market (house) | 41 | 29 |
Median price history
Safety
| Clarenza | Grafton | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 42 | 6 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 498 | 880 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 166 | 388 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 664 | 719 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 7,641 | 18,887 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Clarenza | Grafton | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 5 |
| Government | 0 | 3 |
| Independent | 2 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,004 | 964 |
See the full school list on each profile: Clarenza · Grafton
Transport
| Clarenza | Grafton | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 0 | 46 |
| 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) | 5.6 km | 2.7 km |
Liveability
| Clarenza | Grafton | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.5°C | 30.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 20.5°C | 20.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 5 |
| Parks | 0 | 13 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 28.5 km | 35.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 493.6 km | 493.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.5 km | 980 m |
Population & growth
| Clarenza | Grafton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 602 | 10,563 |
| Estimated 2025 | 643 | 10,874 |
| Projected 2041 | 616 | 11,113 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.66% | 0.73% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Clarenza or Grafton?
Clarenza has the higher residential safety score (Clarenza 42/100 vs Grafton 6/100).
Which is more affordable, Clarenza or Grafton?
Grafton is more affordable, with a median house price of $550K versus $935K.
Which has better schools, Clarenza or Grafton?
Clarenza has a higher average school ICSEA (Clarenza 1004 vs Grafton 964; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Clarenza or Grafton?
Grafton has the higher transport score (Clarenza 0/100 vs Grafton 46/100).
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