Dolls Point vs Sandringham
The verdict
Dolls Point is more affordable, with a median house price of $3.00M versus $3.08M in Sandringham. Dolls Point has a shorter estimated CBD commute (56 vs 57 min). On the separate residential safety score, Dolls Point rates higher (86 vs 57/100 in Sandringham).
Scores
| Dolls Point | Sandringham | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 68 | 69 |
| Transport | 70 | 70 |
| Education | 66 | 70 |
| Liveability | 67 | 68 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Dolls Point | Sandringham | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,633 | 1,275 |
| Median age | 44 | 47 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,708 | $2,101 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 39.3% | 43.3% |
| Born in Australia | 60.2% | 66.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.1 | 2.5 |
Growth: Dolls Point Moderate Growth · Sandringham Moderate Growth
Property
| Dolls Point | Sandringham | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $3.00M | $3.08M |
| Median unit price | $859K | $962K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | 26 |
Median price history
Safety
| Dolls Point | Sandringham | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 86 | 57 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 61 | 392 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 122 | 157 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 306 | 392 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,368 | 3,373 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Dolls Point | Sandringham | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 0 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Dolls Point · Sandringham
Transport
| Dolls Point | Sandringham | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 70 | 70 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 9 | 10 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 56 | 57 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.4 km | 3.6 km |
Liveability
| Dolls Point | Sandringham | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,090 | 1,090 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 3 |
| Parks | 0 | 3 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 2 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 380 m | 120 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 14.6 km | 15.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 370 m | 690 m |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.1 km | 3.5 km |
Population & growth
| Dolls Point | Sandringham | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,633 | 1,275 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,673 | 1,306 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,815 | 1,417 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.61% | 0.60% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Dolls Point or Sandringham?
Dolls Point has the higher residential safety score (Dolls Point 86/100 vs Sandringham 57/100).
Which is more affordable, Dolls Point or Sandringham?
Dolls Point is more affordable, with a median house price of $3.00M versus $3.08M.
Which has better public transport, Dolls Point or Sandringham?
Dolls Point and Sandringham have similar transport scores.
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