East Bairnsdale vs Eastwood
The verdict
East Bairnsdale is more affordable, with a median house price of $368K versus $580K in Eastwood. Eastwood rates higher for transport (56 vs 13). East Bairnsdale is closer to the coast (14.6 km vs 20.5 km). On the separate residential safety score, Eastwood rates higher (100 vs 5/100 in East Bairnsdale).
Scores
| East Bairnsdale | Eastwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 22 | 53 |
| Transport | 13 | 56 |
| Education | 36 | 42 |
| Liveability | 19 | 60 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| East Bairnsdale | Eastwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,352 | 2,855 |
| Median age | 45 | 50 |
| Median household income (wk) | $967 | $1,304 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 18.6% | 26.0% |
| Born in Australia | 75.3% | 82.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.4 |
Growth: East Bairnsdale Moderate Growth · Eastwood Moderate Growth
Property
| East Bairnsdale | Eastwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $368K | $580K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 16.8% | -4.8% |
| 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
| East Bairnsdale | Eastwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 5 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 666 | 210 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 518 | 105 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 3,698 | 315 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 14,201 | 2,242 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| East Bairnsdale | Eastwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 981 |
See the full school list on each profile: East Bairnsdale · Eastwood
Transport
| East Bairnsdale | Eastwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 13 | 56 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 3 | 4 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 5.2 km | 1.9 km |
Liveability
| East Bairnsdale | Eastwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.0°C | 25.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.5°C | 14.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 1 | 8 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 14.6 km | 20.5 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 238.3 km | 234.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 59.7 km | 58.9 km |
Population & growth
| East Bairnsdale | Eastwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,352 | 2,855 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,375 | 2,903 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,653 | 3,490 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.42% | 0.42% |
Common questions
Which is safer, East Bairnsdale or Eastwood?
Eastwood has the higher residential safety score (East Bairnsdale 5/100 vs Eastwood 100/100).
Which is more affordable, East Bairnsdale or Eastwood?
East Bairnsdale is more affordable, with a median house price of $368K versus $580K.
Which has better public transport, East Bairnsdale or Eastwood?
Eastwood has the higher transport score (East Bairnsdale 13/100 vs Eastwood 56/100).
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