Figtree vs Mount Kembla
The verdict
Figtree is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.22M versus $1.40M in Mount Kembla. Figtree rates higher for liveability (66 vs 24). Mount Kembla rates higher for education (69 vs 60). Figtree is closer to the coast (4.9 km vs 7.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Figtree rates higher (99 vs 84/100 in Mount Kembla).
Scores
| Figtree | Mount Kembla | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 62 | 45 |
| Transport | 59 | 44 |
| Education | 60 | 69 |
| Liveability | 66 | 24 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Figtree | Mount Kembla | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,335 | 1,083 |
| Median age | 40 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,042 | $2,824 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 42.1% | 52.0% |
| Born in Australia | 76.0% | 83.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 3 |
Growth: Figtree Moderate Growth · Mount Kembla Stable
Property
| Figtree | Mount Kembla | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.22M | $1.40M |
| Median unit price | $826K | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 15.9% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $780 | $760 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.2% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 54 | 50 |
Median price history
Safety
| Figtree | Mount Kembla | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 99 | 84 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 89 | 185 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 73 | 185 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 235 | 92 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,716 | 1,754 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Figtree | Mount Kembla | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 1 |
| Government | 4 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,046 | 1,050 |
See the full school list on each profile: Figtree · Mount Kembla
Transport
| Figtree | Mount Kembla | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 59 | 44 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 72 | 17 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 185 | 188 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.6 km | 3.6 km |
Liveability
| Figtree | Mount Kembla | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 |
| Parks | 2 | 0 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 4.9 km | 7.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 70.2 km | 71.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 5.2 km | 7.6 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.2 km | 5.6 km |
Population & growth
| Figtree | Mount Kembla | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 12,335 | 1,083 |
| Estimated 2025 | 12,850 | 1,095 |
| Projected 2041 | 14,937 | 1,148 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.03% | 0.28% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Figtree or Mount Kembla?
Figtree has the higher residential safety score (Figtree 99/100 vs Mount Kembla 84/100).
Which is more affordable, Figtree or Mount Kembla?
Figtree is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.22M versus $1.40M.
Which has better schools, Figtree or Mount Kembla?
Mount Kembla has a higher average school ICSEA (Figtree 1046 vs Mount Kembla 1050; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Figtree or Mount Kembla?
Figtree has the higher transport score (Figtree 59/100 vs Mount Kembla 44/100).
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