Fitzroy North vs Fitzroy
The verdict
Fitzroy is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.51M versus $1.67M in Fitzroy North. Fitzroy North rates higher for transport (100 vs 91). Fitzroy is closer to the coast (5.9 km vs 7.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, Fitzroy North rates higher (52 vs 26/100 in Fitzroy).
Scores
| Fitzroy North | Fitzroy | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 96 | 93 |
| Transport | 100 | 91 |
| Education | 90 | 91 |
| Liveability | 98 | 98 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Fitzroy North | Fitzroy | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,781 | 10,431 |
| Median age | 36 | 35 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,300 | $2,194 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 75.1% | 69.2% |
| Born in Australia | 71.1% | 60.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2 |
Growth: Fitzroy North High Growth · Fitzroy High Growth
Property
| Fitzroy North | Fitzroy | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.67M | $1.51M |
| Median unit price | $697K | $793K |
| House price YoY | 16.9% | -17.2% |
| 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
| Fitzroy North | Fitzroy | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 52 | 26 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 587 | 911 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 649 | 968 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 149 | 623 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 7,550 | 23,488 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Fitzroy North | Fitzroy | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 7 | 3 |
| Government | 4 | 1 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,160 | 1,012 |
See the full school list on each profile: Fitzroy North · Fitzroy
Transport
| Fitzroy North | Fitzroy | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 100 | 91 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 39 | 8 |
| Light rail stops | 26 | 28 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 16 | 18 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 90 m | 90 m |
Liveability
| Fitzroy North | Fitzroy | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 3 | 14 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 46 | 138 |
| Parks | 36 | 14 |
| Playgrounds | 7 | 11 |
| Swimming pools | 8 | 6 |
| Medical GPs | 10 | 4 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 7.8 km | 5.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 3.8 km | 2.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 7.8 km | 5.9 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.7 km | 790 m |
Population & growth
| Fitzroy North | Fitzroy | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 12,781 | 10,431 |
| Estimated 2025 | 13,575 | 11,933 |
| Projected 2041 | 20,049 | 16,362 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.52% | 3.42% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Fitzroy North or Fitzroy?
Fitzroy North has the higher residential safety score (Fitzroy North 52/100 vs Fitzroy 26/100).
Which is more affordable, Fitzroy North or Fitzroy?
Fitzroy is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.51M versus $1.67M.
Which has better schools, Fitzroy North or Fitzroy?
Fitzroy North has a higher average school ICSEA (Fitzroy North 1160 vs Fitzroy 1012; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Fitzroy North or Fitzroy?
Fitzroy North has the higher transport score (Fitzroy North 100/100 vs Fitzroy 91/100).
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