Fraser Rise vs Hillside (Melton)
The verdict
Fraser Rise is more affordable, with a median house price of $701K versus $750K in Hillside (Melton). Fraser Rise rates higher for education (64 vs 57). Hillside (Melton) rates higher for transport (51 vs 21). Hillside (Melton) is closer to the coast (21.2 km vs 22.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hillside (Melton) rates higher (100 vs 61/100 in Fraser Rise).
Scores
| Fraser Rise | Hillside (Melton) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 47 | 61 |
| Transport | 21 | 51 |
| Education | 64 | 57 |
| Liveability | 59 | 73 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Fraser Rise | Hillside (Melton) | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,097 | 17,331 |
| Median age | 31 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,276 | $2,190 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 45.8% | 37.2% |
| Born in Australia | 54.7% | 66.7% |
| Avg household size | 3.2 | 3.2 |
Growth: Fraser Rise High Growth · Hillside (Melton) High Growth
Property
| Fraser Rise | Hillside (Melton) | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $701K | $750K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $531K |
| House price YoY | -4.3% | -2.5% |
| 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
| Fraser Rise | Hillside (Melton) | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 61 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 506 | 92 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 330 | 92 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 418 | 231 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,156 | 2,152 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Fraser Rise | Hillside (Melton) | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 3 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,030 | 1,031 |
See the full school list on each profile: Fraser Rise · Hillside (Melton)
Transport
| Fraser Rise | Hillside (Melton) | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 21 | 51 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 10 | 51 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 89 | 83 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 5.3 km | 3.1 km |
Liveability
| Fraser Rise | Hillside (Melton) | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.0°C | 26.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.5°C | 13.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 530 | 530 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 3 | 4 |
| Parks | 45 | 32 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 17 |
| Swimming pools | 10 | 127 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 22.2 km | 21.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 25.7 km | 23.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 11.8 km | 10.1 km |
Population & growth
| Fraser Rise | Hillside (Melton) | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 9,097 | 17,331 |
| Estimated 2025 | 21,980 | 17,148 |
| Projected 2041 | 20,715 | 39,465 |
| Annual growth rate | 24.68% | -0.27% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Fraser Rise or Hillside (Melton)?
Hillside (Melton) has the higher residential safety score (Fraser Rise 61/100 vs Hillside (Melton) 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Fraser Rise or Hillside (Melton)?
Fraser Rise is more affordable, with a median house price of $701K versus $750K.
Which has better schools, Fraser Rise or Hillside (Melton)?
Hillside (Melton) has a higher average school ICSEA (Fraser Rise 1030 vs Hillside (Melton) 1031; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Fraser Rise or Hillside (Melton)?
Hillside (Melton) has the higher transport score (Fraser Rise 21/100 vs Hillside (Melton) 51/100).
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