Hamilton East vs Hamilton
The verdict
Hamilton is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.12M versus $2.16M in Hamilton East. Hamilton East rates higher for education (76 vs 68). Hamilton rates higher for transport (92 vs 80). Hamilton has a shorter estimated CBD commute (201 vs 249 min). On the separate residential safety score, Hamilton East rates higher (19 vs 5/100 in Hamilton).
Scores
| Hamilton East | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 86 | 87 |
| Transport | 80 | 92 |
| Education | 76 | 68 |
| Liveability | 100 | 99 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hamilton East | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 997 | 4,614 |
| Median age | 43 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,297 | $1,689 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 58.3% | 48.9% |
| Born in Australia | 85.0% | 78.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.1 |
Growth: Hamilton East Moderate Growth · Hamilton Moderate Growth
Property
| Hamilton East | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.16M | $1.12M |
| Median unit price | $671K | $748K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | -3.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $785 | $785 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 3.5% |
| Days on market (house) | 33 | 39 |
Median price history
Safety
| Hamilton East | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 19 | 5 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 401 | 824 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 502 | 607 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 201 | 759 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 9,127 | 20,004 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hamilton East | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,096 | 1,106 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hamilton East · Hamilton
Transport
| Hamilton East | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 80 | 92 |
| Train stations | 0 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 8 | 28 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 249 | 201 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 570 m | 560 m |
Liveability
| Hamilton East | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.5°C | 27.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 19 |
| Parks | 0 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.0 km | 3.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 116.8 km | 116.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.0 km | 3.0 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.6 km | 3.5 km |
Population & growth
| Hamilton East | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 997 | 4,614 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,030 | 4,766 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,218 | 5,637 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.82% | 0.81% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hamilton East or Hamilton?
Hamilton East has the higher residential safety score (Hamilton East 19/100 vs Hamilton 5/100).
Which is more affordable, Hamilton East or Hamilton?
Hamilton is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.12M versus $2.16M.
Which has better schools, Hamilton East or Hamilton?
Hamilton has a higher average school ICSEA (Hamilton East 1096 vs Hamilton 1106; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hamilton East or Hamilton?
Hamilton has the higher transport score (Hamilton East 80/100 vs Hamilton 92/100).
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