Figtree vs Mangerton
The verdict
Figtree is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.22M versus $1.25M in Mangerton. Mangerton rates higher for liveability (88 vs 66). Mangerton is closer to the coast (2.7 km vs 4.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, Figtree rates higher (99 vs 49/100 in Mangerton).
Scores
| Figtree | Mangerton | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 62 | 78 |
| Transport | 59 | 76 |
| Education | 60 | 69 |
| Liveability | 66 | 88 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Figtree | Mangerton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,335 | 2,862 |
| Median age | 40 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,042 | $2,147 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 42.1% | 51.6% |
| Born in Australia | 76.0% | 76.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.6 |
Growth: Figtree Moderate Growth · Mangerton Moderate Growth
Property
| Figtree | Mangerton | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.22M | $1.25M |
| Median unit price | $826K | $585K |
| House price YoY | 15.9% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $780 | $720 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.2% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 54 | 38 |
Median price history
Safety
| Figtree | Mangerton | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 99 | 49 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 89 | 210 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 73 | 35 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 235 | 1,013 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,716 | 6,744 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Figtree | Mangerton | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 1 |
| Government | 4 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,046 | 1,070 |
See the full school list on each profile: Figtree · Mangerton
Transport
| Figtree | Mangerton | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 59 | 76 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 72 | 20 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 185 | 183 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.6 km | 1.3 km |
Liveability
| Figtree | Mangerton | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.0°C | 25.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,250 | 1,250 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 6 | 4 |
| Parks | 2 | 8 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 4.9 km | 2.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 70.2 km | 69.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 5.2 km | 3.2 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.2 km | 1.3 km |
Population & growth
| Figtree | Mangerton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 12,335 | 2,862 |
| Estimated 2025 | 12,850 | 3,034 |
| Projected 2041 | 14,937 | 3,556 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.03% | 1.47% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Figtree or Mangerton?
Figtree has the higher residential safety score (Figtree 99/100 vs Mangerton 49/100).
Which is more affordable, Figtree or Mangerton?
Figtree is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.22M versus $1.25M.
Which has better schools, Figtree or Mangerton?
Mangerton has a higher average school ICSEA (Figtree 1046 vs Mangerton 1070; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Figtree or Mangerton?
Mangerton has the higher transport score (Figtree 59/100 vs Mangerton 76/100).
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