Dora Creek vs Morisset
The verdict
Dora Creek is more affordable, with a median house price of $762K versus $915K in Morisset. Dora Creek rates higher for education (41 vs 36). Morisset rates higher for liveability (49 vs 33). Morisset has a shorter estimated CBD commute (153 vs 160 min). On the separate residential safety score, Dora Creek rates higher (30 vs 25/100 in Morisset).
Scores
| Dora Creek | Morisset | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 54 | 58 |
| Transport | 85 | 85 |
| Education | 41 | 36 |
| Liveability | 33 | 49 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Dora Creek | Morisset | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,739 | 4,078 |
| Median age | 51 | 53 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,401 | $959 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 22.8% | 21.1% |
| Born in Australia | 83.6% | 79.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.1 |
Growth: Dora Creek High Growth · Morisset High Growth
Property
| Dora Creek | Morisset | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $762K | $915K |
| Median unit price | $890K | $661K |
| House price YoY | -12.2% | 6.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $627 | $627 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.9% | 3.4% |
| Days on market (house) | 66 | 44 |
Median price history
Safety
| Dora Creek | Morisset | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 30 | 25 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 633 | 392 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 173 | 564 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 748 | 1,079 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,175 | 12,776 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Dora Creek | Morisset | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 4 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 939 | 953 |
See the full school list on each profile: Dora Creek · Morisset
Transport
| Dora Creek | Morisset | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 85 | 85 |
| Train stations | 1 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 14 | 28 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 160 | 153 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 900 m | 980 m |
Liveability
| Dora Creek | Morisset | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.0°C | 27.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 7 |
| Parks | 2 | 6 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 7 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 14.4 km | 13.5 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 92.7 km | 88.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 15.1 km | 16.0 km |
Population & growth
| Dora Creek | Morisset | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,739 | 4,078 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,025 | 4,749 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,673 | 6,269 |
| Annual growth rate | 3.88% | 3.88% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Dora Creek or Morisset?
Dora Creek has the higher residential safety score (Dora Creek 30/100 vs Morisset 25/100).
Which is more affordable, Dora Creek or Morisset?
Dora Creek is more affordable, with a median house price of $762K versus $915K.
Which has better schools, Dora Creek or Morisset?
Morisset has a higher average school ICSEA (Dora Creek 939 vs Morisset 953; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Dora Creek or Morisset?
Dora Creek and Morisset have similar transport scores.
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