Coolaroo vs Meadow Heights
The verdict
Coolaroo is more affordable, with a median house price of $529K versus $563K in Meadow Heights. Coolaroo rates higher for transport (98 vs 78). Coolaroo has a shorter estimated CBD commute (43 vs 67 min).
Scores
| Coolaroo | Meadow Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 77 | 70 |
| Transport | 98 | 78 |
| Education | 51 | 51 |
| Liveability | 79 | 77 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Coolaroo | Meadow Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,193 | 14,890 |
| Median age | 37 | 34 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,025 | $1,274 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 29.5% | 31.3% |
| Born in Australia | 46.7% | 46.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 3.3 |
Growth: Coolaroo High Growth · Meadow Heights High Growth
Property
| Coolaroo | Meadow Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $529K | $563K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $449K |
| House price YoY | -0.6% | 0.7% |
| 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
| Coolaroo | Meadow Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | — | 80 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 313 | 242 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 1,253 | 248 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 846 | 517 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 16,317 | 3,499 |
Coolaroo is a commercial/transport hub — total figures include visitors and workers, not just residents.
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Coolaroo | Meadow Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 961 | 931 |
See the full school list on each profile: Coolaroo · Meadow Heights
Transport
| Coolaroo | Meadow Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 98 | 78 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 40 | 62 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 43 | 67 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 900 m | 1.3 km |
Liveability
| Coolaroo | Meadow Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 6 | 0 |
| Parks | 5 | 58 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 9 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 20.2 km | 20.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 17.6 km | 18.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 7.1 km | 8.5 km |
Population & growth
| Coolaroo | Meadow Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,193 | 14,890 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,221 | 14,664 |
| Projected 2041 | 5,164 | 24,082 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.22% | -0.38% |
Common questions
Which is more affordable, Coolaroo or Meadow Heights?
Coolaroo is more affordable, with a median house price of $529K versus $563K.
Which has better schools, Coolaroo or Meadow Heights?
Coolaroo has a higher average school ICSEA (Coolaroo 961 vs Meadow Heights 931; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Coolaroo or Meadow Heights?
Coolaroo has the higher transport score (Coolaroo 98/100 vs Meadow Heights 78/100).
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