Dalyston vs North Wonthaggi
The verdict
Dalyston is more affordable, with a median house price of $546K versus $625K in North Wonthaggi. North Wonthaggi rates higher for liveability (50 vs 19). Dalyston is closer to the coast (3.4 km vs 6.1 km).
Scores
| Dalyston | North Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 23 | 37 |
| Transport | 13 | 21 |
| Education | 39 | 40 |
| Liveability | 19 | 50 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Dalyston | North Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 843 | 3,475 |
| Median age | 39 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,352 | $1,162 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 19.1% | 20.6% |
| Born in Australia | 80.1% | 81.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.4 |
Growth: Dalyston High Growth · North Wonthaggi High Growth
Property
| Dalyston | North Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $546K | $625K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 6.0% | 0.0% |
| 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
| Dalyston | North Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 69 | 66 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 119 | 259 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | Data not available | 58 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 830 | 950 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,677 | 4,029 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Dalyston | North Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,001 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Dalyston · North Wonthaggi
Transport
| Dalyston | North Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 13 | 21 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 2 | 7 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 35.7 km | 39.8 km |
Liveability
| Dalyston | North Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 2 |
| Parks | 1 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 3.4 km | 6.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 98.2 km | 101.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 3.4 km | 6.1 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 5.3 km | 3.4 km |
Population & growth
| Dalyston | North Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 843 | 3,475 |
| Estimated 2025 | 925 | 3,811 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,131 | 4,664 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.35% | 2.33% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Dalyston or North Wonthaggi?
Dalyston has the higher residential safety score (Dalyston 69/100 vs North Wonthaggi 66/100).
Which is more affordable, Dalyston or North Wonthaggi?
Dalyston is more affordable, with a median house price of $546K versus $625K.
Which has better public transport, Dalyston or North Wonthaggi?
North Wonthaggi has the higher transport score (Dalyston 13/100 vs North Wonthaggi 21/100).
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