Gerringong vs Gerroa
The verdict
Gerringong is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.40M versus $2.24M in Gerroa. Gerringong rates higher for transport (83 vs 35). Gerroa rates higher for education (76 vs 69). 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 | $1.40M | $2.24M |
| Median unit price | $925K | $1.71M |
| House price YoY | -8.8% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $850 | $850 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.9% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 28 | 34 |
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) | 1,561 | 4,553 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Gerringong | Gerroa | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,078 | 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) | Data not available | Data not available |
| 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 $1.40M 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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