East Ryde vs Ryde
The verdict
Ryde is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.56M versus $2.60M in East Ryde. Ryde rates higher for transport (78 vs 72). East Ryde is closer to the coast (13.6 km vs 15.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, East Ryde rates higher (100 vs 74/100 in Ryde).
Scores
| East Ryde | Ryde | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 85 | 88 |
| Transport | 72 | 78 |
| Education | 91 | 91 |
| Liveability | 94 | 95 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| East Ryde | Ryde | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,522 | 31,907 |
| Median age | 43 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $3,240 | $2,024 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 59.0% | 60.6% |
| Born in Australia | 71.7% | 47.4% |
| Avg household size | 3 | 2.4 |
Growth: East Ryde High Growth · Ryde Moderate Growth
Property
| East Ryde | Ryde | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.60M | $2.56M |
| Median unit price | $1.94M | $712K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | -2.2% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $975 | $1,000 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 2.0% |
| Days on market (house) | 24 | 35 |
Median price history
Safety
| East Ryde | Ryde | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 74 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 40 | 194 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 40 | 75 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 79 | 304 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,150 | 4,184 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| East Ryde | Ryde | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 7 |
| Government | 0 | 4 |
| Independent | 1 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,090 | 1,115 |
Transport
| East Ryde | Ryde | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 72 | 78 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 15 | 136 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 41 | 46 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.2 km | 2.0 km |
Liveability
| East Ryde | Ryde | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 950 | 950 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 14 |
| Parks | 4 | 34 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 24 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 143 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 7 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 13.6 km | 15.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 9.6 km | 11.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.5 km | 2.6 km |
Population & growth
| East Ryde | Ryde | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,522 | 31,907 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,667 | 34,286 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,511 | 37,321 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.41% | 1.81% |
Common questions
Which is safer, East Ryde or Ryde?
East Ryde has the higher residential safety score (East Ryde 100/100 vs Ryde 74/100).
Which is more affordable, East Ryde or Ryde?
Ryde is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.56M versus $2.60M.
Which has better schools, East Ryde or Ryde?
Ryde has a higher average school ICSEA (East Ryde 1090 vs Ryde 1115; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, East Ryde or Ryde?
Ryde has the higher transport score (East Ryde 72/100 vs Ryde 78/100).
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