Clayfield vs Wavell Heights
The verdict
Clayfield rates higher for transport (97 vs 83). Wavell Heights is closer to the coast (7.4 km vs 8.7 km).
Scores
ClayfieldWavell Heights
| Clayfield | Wavell Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 96 | 89 |
| Transport | 97 | 83 |
| Education | 89 | 82 |
| Liveability | 100 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Clayfield | Wavell Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,897 | 10,336 |
| Median age | 37 | 37 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,948 | $2,615 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 61.0% | 54.5% |
| Born in Australia | 69.9% | 78.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.7 |
Growth: Clayfield — · Wavell Heights —
Property
| Clayfield | Wavell Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $835 | $775 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Clayfield | Wavell Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 66 | 66 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 927 | 929 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 413 | 416 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,145 | 6,145 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Clayfield | Wavell Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 3 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,146 | 1,041 |
See the full school list on each profile: Clayfield · Wavell Heights
Transport
| Clayfield | Wavell Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 97 | 83 |
| Train stations | 2 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 46 | 74 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 21 | 38 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 360 m | 1.6 km |
Liveability
| Clayfield | Wavell Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.3°C | 29.3°C |
| Winter max temp | 21.5°C | 21.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,150 | 1,150 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 14 | 2 |
| Parks | 3 | 16 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 13 |
| Swimming pools | 9 | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 4 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 8.7 km | 7.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 6.3 km | 8.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 9.6 km | 7.8 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.2 km | 2.3 km |
Population & growth
| Clayfield | Wavell Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 10,897 | 10,336 |
| Estimated 2025 | 11,755 | 11,081 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 1.91% | 1.76% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Clayfield or Wavell Heights?
Clayfield and Wavell Heights have similar residential safety scores (66 and 66/100).
Which has better schools, Clayfield or Wavell Heights?
Clayfield has a higher average school ICSEA (Clayfield 1146 vs Wavell Heights 1041; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Clayfield or Wavell Heights?
Clayfield has the higher transport score (Clayfield 97/100 vs Wavell Heights 83/100).
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