Curlewis vs Gunnedah
The verdict
Curlewis is more affordable, with a median house price of $376K versus $514K in Gunnedah. Gunnedah rates higher for transport (64 vs 0). Curlewis is closer to the coast (229.7 km vs 248.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Curlewis rates higher (34 vs 14/100 in Gunnedah).
Scores
| Curlewis | Gunnedah | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 9 | 51 |
| Transport | 0 | 64 |
| Education | 15 | 27 |
| Liveability | 14 | 58 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Curlewis | Gunnedah | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 779 | 10,359 |
| Median age | 40 | 37 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,403 | $1,564 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 18.2% | 20.8% |
| Born in Australia | 90.9% | 85.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.5 |
Growth: Curlewis Stable · Gunnedah Stable
Property
| Curlewis | Gunnedah | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $376K | $514K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $401K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 1.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $510 | $525 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 5.2% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | 28 |
Median price history
Safety
| Curlewis | Gunnedah | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 34 | 14 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 257 | 637 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 513 | 502 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 770 | 869 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 11,682 | 15,166 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Curlewis | Gunnedah | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 7 |
| Government | 1 | 4 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 818 | 900 |
See the full school list on each profile: Curlewis · Gunnedah
Transport
| Curlewis | Gunnedah | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 0 | 64 |
| Train stations | 0 | 2 |
| 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) | 22.4 km | 4.1 km |
Liveability
| Curlewis | Gunnedah | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 32.0°C | 32.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 16.5°C | 16.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 670 | 670 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 7 |
| Parks | 6 | 27 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 9 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 229.7 km | 248.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 312.3 km | 333.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 22.0 km | 4.3 km |
Population & growth
| Curlewis | Gunnedah | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 779 | 10,359 |
| Estimated 2025 | 818 | 10,633 |
| Projected 2041 | 799 | 10,983 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.23% | 0.65% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Curlewis or Gunnedah?
Curlewis has the higher residential safety score (Curlewis 34/100 vs Gunnedah 14/100).
Which is more affordable, Curlewis or Gunnedah?
Curlewis is more affordable, with a median house price of $376K versus $514K.
Which has better schools, Curlewis or Gunnedah?
Gunnedah has a higher average school ICSEA (Curlewis 818 vs Gunnedah 900; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Curlewis or Gunnedah?
Gunnedah has the higher transport score (Curlewis 0/100 vs Gunnedah 64/100).
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