Eleebana vs Valentine
The verdict
Valentine is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.34M versus $1.40M in Eleebana. Eleebana rates higher for transport (60 vs 45). Valentine is closer to the coast (4.5 km vs 5.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, Valentine rates higher (96 vs 77/100 in Eleebana).
Scores
| Eleebana | Valentine | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 61 | 55 |
| Transport | 60 | 45 |
| Education | 62 | 57 |
| Liveability | 62 | 63 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Eleebana | Valentine | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,460 | 5,773 |
| Median age | 45 | 46 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,227 | $2,159 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 44.2% | 39.8% |
| Born in Australia | 84.6% | 86.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Growth: Eleebana Stable · Valentine Stable
Property
| Eleebana | Valentine | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.40M | $1.34M |
| Median unit price | $935K | $900K |
| House price YoY | 21.2% | 31.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $760 | $700 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.8% | 2.5% |
| Days on market (house) | 46 | 48 |
Median price history
Safety
| Eleebana | Valentine | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 77 | 96 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 217 | 121 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 170 | 121 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 217 | 191 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,090 | 1,905 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Eleebana | Valentine | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,105 | 1,071 |
See the full school list on each profile: Eleebana · Valentine
Transport
| Eleebana | Valentine | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 60 | 45 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 82 | 71 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 249 | 249 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.8 km | 6.0 km |
Liveability
| Eleebana | Valentine | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 3 | 9 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 4 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 5.9 km | 4.5 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 106.1 km | 103.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 6.9 km | 5.5 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.5 km | 1.1 km |
Population & growth
| Eleebana | Valentine | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,460 | 5,773 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,480 | 5,791 |
| Projected 2041 | 6,655 | 5,947 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.08% | 0.08% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Eleebana or Valentine?
Valentine has the higher residential safety score (Eleebana 77/100 vs Valentine 96/100).
Which is more affordable, Eleebana or Valentine?
Valentine is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.34M versus $1.40M.
Which has better schools, Eleebana or Valentine?
Eleebana has a higher average school ICSEA (Eleebana 1105 vs Valentine 1071; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Eleebana or Valentine?
Eleebana has the higher transport score (Eleebana 60/100 vs Valentine 45/100).
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