Cobblebank vs Melton
The verdict
Melton is more affordable, with a median house price of $463K versus $624K in Cobblebank. Cobblebank rates higher for transport (86 vs 44). Cobblebank is closer to the coast (26.7 km vs 28.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Cobblebank rates higher (83 vs 28/100 in Melton).
Scores
| Cobblebank | Melton | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 67 | 45 |
| Transport | 86 | 44 |
| Education | 57 | 39 |
| Liveability | 56 | 50 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Cobblebank | Melton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,601 | 7,953 |
| Median age | 29 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,920 | $1,058 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 41.5% | 18.6% |
| Born in Australia | 46.2% | 62.9% |
| Avg household size | 3.4 | 2.4 |
Growth: Cobblebank High Growth · Melton High Growth
Property
| Cobblebank | Melton | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $624K | $463K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $370K |
| House price YoY | -5.8% | -3.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Cobblebank | Melton | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 83 | 28 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 194 | 842 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 305 | 792 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 444 | 842 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,527 | 17,679 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Cobblebank | Melton | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 5 |
| Government | 0 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 991 |
See the full school list on each profile: Cobblebank · Melton
Transport
| Cobblebank | Melton | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 86 | 44 |
| Train stations | 1 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 4 | 59 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 76 | 115 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 870 m | 4.1 km |
Liveability
| Cobblebank | Melton | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.0°C | 26.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.5°C | 13.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 530 | 530 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 1 |
| Parks | 13 | 24 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 9 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 26.7 km | 28.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 34.1 km | 34.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 15.1 km | 15.8 km |
Population & growth
| Cobblebank | Melton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,601 | 7,953 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,014 | 8,179 |
| Projected 2041 | 8,200 | 18,110 |
| Annual growth rate | 13.68% | 0.70% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Cobblebank or Melton?
Cobblebank has the higher residential safety score (Cobblebank 83/100 vs Melton 28/100).
Which is more affordable, Cobblebank or Melton?
Melton is more affordable, with a median house price of $463K versus $624K.
Which has better public transport, Cobblebank or Melton?
Cobblebank has the higher transport score (Cobblebank 86/100 vs Melton 44/100).
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