Gerringong vs Gerroa
The verdict
Gerringong is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.47M versus $2.24M in Gerroa. Gerringong rates higher for transport (83 vs 35). Gerroa rates higher for education (76 vs 69). Gerringong has a shorter estimated CBD commute (177 vs 249 min). On the separate residential safety score, Gerringong rates higher (100 vs 55/100 in Gerroa).
Scores
| Gerringong | Gerroa | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 67 | 45 |
| Transport | 83 | 35 |
| Education | 69 | 76 |
| Liveability | 49 | 27 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Gerringong | Gerroa | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,165 | 571 |
| Median age | 46 | 56 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,899 | $1,919 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 42.0% | 50.1% |
| Born in Australia | 84.2% | 78.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.2 |
Growth: Gerringong Stable · Gerroa Stable
Property
| Gerringong | Gerroa | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.47M | $2.24M |
| Median unit price | $906K | $1.71M |
| House price YoY | 14.3% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $770 | $770 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.5% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 47 | 65 |
Median price history
Safety
| Gerringong | Gerroa | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 55 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 72 | 175 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 120 | 175 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 48 | 701 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,393 | 4,378 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Gerringong | Gerroa | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,091 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Gerringong · Gerroa
Transport
| Gerringong | Gerroa | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 83 | 35 |
| Train stations | 2 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 177 | 249 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 940 m | 3.6 km |
Liveability
| Gerringong | Gerroa | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.0°C | 17.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 6 | 0 |
| Parks | 14 | 6 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 5 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 770 m | 570 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 102.5 km | 106.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 900 m | 3.9 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 20.1 km | 21.5 km |
Population & growth
| Gerringong | Gerroa | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,165 | 571 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,171 | 572 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,296 | 589 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.04% | 0.04% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Gerringong or Gerroa?
Gerringong has the higher residential safety score (Gerringong 100/100 vs Gerroa 55/100).
Which is more affordable, Gerringong or Gerroa?
Gerringong is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.47M versus $2.24M.
Which has better public transport, Gerringong or Gerroa?
Gerringong has the higher transport score (Gerringong 83/100 vs Gerroa 35/100).
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