Ferny Creek vs Sassafras
The verdict
Sassafras is more affordable, with a median house price of $910K versus $944K in Ferny Creek. Ferny Creek rates higher for transport (51 vs 44). Sassafras rates higher for liveability (50 vs 43). Ferny Creek is closer to the coast (26.5 km vs 28.3 km). On the separate residential safety score, Ferny Creek rates higher (100 vs 93/100 in Sassafras).
Scores
| Ferny Creek | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 55 | 55 |
| Transport | 51 | 44 |
| Education | 75 | 72 |
| Liveability | 43 | 50 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Ferny Creek | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,524 | 970 |
| Median age | 45 | 47 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,393 | $2,147 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 53.1% | 50.4% |
| Born in Australia | 78.7% | 76.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.6 |
Growth: Ferny Creek Moderate Growth · Sassafras Moderate Growth
Property
| Ferny Creek | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $944K | $910K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Ferny Creek | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 93 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 197 | 206 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Domestic assault /100k | 66 | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,312 | 2,062 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Ferny Creek | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,099 | 1,045 |
See the full school list on each profile: Ferny Creek · Sassafras
Transport
| Ferny Creek | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 51 | 44 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 10 | 12 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 112 | 115 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.0 km | 4.6 km |
Liveability
| Ferny Creek | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 7 |
| Parks | 1 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 25 | 15 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 26.5 km | 28.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 33.4 km | 34.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.1 km | 4.9 km |
Population & growth
| Ferny Creek | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,524 | 970 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,495 | 952 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,768 | 1,125 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.48% | -0.47% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Ferny Creek or Sassafras?
Ferny Creek has the higher residential safety score (Ferny Creek 100/100 vs Sassafras 93/100).
Which is more affordable, Ferny Creek or Sassafras?
Sassafras is more affordable, with a median house price of $910K versus $944K.
Which has better schools, Ferny Creek or Sassafras?
Ferny Creek has a higher average school ICSEA (Ferny Creek 1099 vs Sassafras 1045; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Ferny Creek or Sassafras?
Ferny Creek has the higher transport score (Ferny Creek 51/100 vs Sassafras 44/100).
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