Exeter vs Sutton Forest
The verdict
Sutton Forest is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.79M versus $2.05M in Exeter. Exeter rates higher for transport (83 vs 0). Exeter is closer to the coast (48.9 km vs 53.0 km). On the separate residential safety score, Exeter rates higher (100 vs 94/100 in Sutton Forest).
Scores
| Exeter | Sutton Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 60 | 26 |
| Transport | 83 | 0 |
| Education | 69 | 59 |
| Liveability | 29 | 24 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Exeter | Sutton Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,087 | 504 |
| Median age | 53 | 50 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,914 | $2,069 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 49.5% | 37.3% |
| Born in Australia | 79.0% | 75.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.5 |
Growth: Exeter High Growth · Sutton Forest High Growth
Property
| Exeter | Sutton Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.05M | $1.79M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $570 | $700 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 51 | 20 |
Median price history
Safety
| Exeter | Sutton Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 94 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 0 | 198 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 0 | 198 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 460 | 0 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,864 | 3,770 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Exeter | Sutton Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,030 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Exeter · Sutton Forest
Transport
| Exeter | Sutton Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 83 | 0 |
| Train stations | 3 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 203 | 249 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.7 km | 6.5 km |
Liveability
| Exeter | Sutton Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.0°C | 17.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 3 | 2 |
| Parks | 2 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 48.9 km | 53.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 118.1 km | 116.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 19.1 km | 17.8 km |
Population & growth
| Exeter | Sutton Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,087 | 504 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,125 | 522 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,527 | 708 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.86% | 0.88% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Exeter or Sutton Forest?
Exeter has the higher residential safety score (Exeter 100/100 vs Sutton Forest 94/100).
Which is more affordable, Exeter or Sutton Forest?
Sutton Forest is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.79M versus $2.05M.
Which has better public transport, Exeter or Sutton Forest?
Exeter has the higher transport score (Exeter 83/100 vs Sutton Forest 0/100).
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