Concord vs North Strathfield
The verdict
North Strathfield is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.88M versus $3.44M in Concord. North Strathfield rates higher for transport (97 vs 82). North Strathfield has a shorter estimated CBD commute (30 vs 41 min). On the separate residential safety score, North Strathfield rates higher (89 vs 75/100 in Concord).
Scores
| Concord | North Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 86 | 94 |
| Transport | 82 | 97 |
| Education | 77 | 83 |
| Liveability | 98 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Concord | North Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,551 | 4,618 |
| Median age | 43 | 34 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,410 | $2,333 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 51.4% | 59.7% |
| Born in Australia | 63.9% | 45.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.7 |
Growth: Concord Stable · North Strathfield High Growth
Property
| Concord | North Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $3.44M | $2.88M |
| Median unit price | $1.53M | $947K |
| House price YoY | -9.0% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| Rental yield (house) | 1.7% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 62 | 63 |
Median price history
Safety
| Concord | North Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 75 | 89 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 227 | 108 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 131 | 195 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 206 | 152 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,996 | 2,577 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Concord | North Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 3 |
| Government | 3 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,083 | 1,125 |
See the full school list on each profile: Concord · North Strathfield
Transport
| Concord | North Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 82 | 97 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 85 | 15 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 41 | 30 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.5 km | 40 m |
Liveability
| Concord | North Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 950 | 950 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 5 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 7 | 11 |
| Parks | 21 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | 9 | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 2 | 51 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 11.8 km | 12.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 9.7 km | 11.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.4 km | 2.4 km |
Population & growth
| Concord | North Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 14,551 | 4,618 |
| Estimated 2025 | 15,060 | 4,814 |
| Projected 2041 | 15,803 | 7,588 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.86% | 1.04% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Concord or North Strathfield?
North Strathfield has the higher residential safety score (Concord 75/100 vs North Strathfield 89/100).
Which is more affordable, Concord or North Strathfield?
North Strathfield is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.88M versus $3.44M.
Which has better schools, Concord or North Strathfield?
North Strathfield has a higher average school ICSEA (Concord 1083 vs North Strathfield 1125; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Concord or North Strathfield?
North Strathfield has the higher transport score (Concord 82/100 vs North Strathfield 97/100).
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