Ellen Grove vs Heathwood
The verdict
Ellen Grove rates higher for transport (58 vs 31). Heathwood rates higher for education (66 vs 48). Heathwood is closer to the coast (27.6 km vs 29.3 km).
Scores
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| Ellen Grove | Heathwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 64 | 53 |
| Transport | 58 | 31 |
| Education | 48 | 66 |
| Liveability | 84 | 64 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Ellen Grove | Heathwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,586 | 4,944 |
| Median age | 30 | 32 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,353 | $2,527 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 28.3% | 54.4% |
| Born in Australia | 53.9% | 46.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 3.4 |
Growth: Ellen Grove — · Heathwood —
Property
| Ellen Grove | Heathwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | $750 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Ellen Grove | Heathwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 66 | 66 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 920 | 930 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 418 | 405 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,145 | 6,145 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Ellen Grove | Heathwood | |
|---|---|---|
| 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: Ellen Grove · Heathwood
Transport
| Ellen Grove | Heathwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 58 | 31 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 15 | 14 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 66 | 70 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.2 km | 6.4 km |
Liveability
| Ellen Grove | Heathwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.3°C | 29.3°C |
| Winter max temp | 21.5°C | 21.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,150 | 1,150 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 1 |
| Parks | 10 | 13 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 29.3 km | 27.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 18.1 km | 19.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 12.0 km | 10.7 km |
Population & growth
| Ellen Grove | Heathwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,586 | 4,944 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,768 | 7,883 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 1.25% | 12.37% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Ellen Grove or Heathwood?
Ellen Grove and Heathwood have similar residential safety scores (66 and 66/100).
Which has better public transport, Ellen Grove or Heathwood?
Ellen Grove has the higher transport score (Ellen Grove 58/100 vs Heathwood 31/100).
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