East Branxton vs North Rothbury
The verdict
East Branxton is more affordable, with a median house price of $778K versus $842K in North Rothbury. East Branxton rates higher for transport (64 vs 50). North Rothbury rates higher for education (39 vs 34). On the separate residential safety score, East Branxton rates higher (55 vs 5/100 in North Rothbury).
Scores
| East Branxton | North Rothbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 46 | 41 |
| Transport | 64 | 50 |
| Education | 34 | 39 |
| Liveability | 39 | 33 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| East Branxton | North Rothbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,881 | 2,502 |
| Median age | 33 | 30 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,024 | $2,206 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 16.2% | 23.4% |
| Born in Australia | 88.0% | 87.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.9 |
Growth: East Branxton High Growth · North Rothbury High Growth
Property
| East Branxton | North Rothbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $778K | $842K |
| Median unit price | $578K | $490K |
| House price YoY | 24.6% | 10.1% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $710 | $710 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Days on market (house) | 49 | 51 |
Median price history
Safety
| East Branxton | North Rothbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 55 | 5 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 159 | 600 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 213 | 879 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 797 | 1,399 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,243 | 13,669 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| East Branxton | North Rothbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 0 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: East Branxton · North Rothbury
Transport
| East Branxton | North Rothbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 64 | 50 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 16 | 19 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.0 km | 3.0 km |
Liveability
| East Branxton | North Rothbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.5°C | 27.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 2 | 7 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 48.0 km | 47.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 136.3 km | 132.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 19.4 km | 15.5 km |
Population & growth
| East Branxton | North Rothbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,881 | 2,502 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,413 | 3,210 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,510 | 4,668 |
| Annual growth rate | 6.42% | 6.43% |
Common questions
Which is safer, East Branxton or North Rothbury?
East Branxton has the higher residential safety score (East Branxton 55/100 vs North Rothbury 5/100).
Which is more affordable, East Branxton or North Rothbury?
East Branxton is more affordable, with a median house price of $778K versus $842K.
Which has better public transport, East Branxton or North Rothbury?
East Branxton has the higher transport score (East Branxton 64/100 vs North Rothbury 50/100).
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