Hamilton North vs Hamilton
The verdict
Hamilton North is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.11M versus $1.12M in Hamilton. Hamilton rates higher for transport (92 vs 73). Hamilton is closer to the coast (3.0 km vs 4.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hamilton North rates higher (17 vs 5/100 in Hamilton).
Scores
| Hamilton North | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 79 | 87 |
| Transport | 73 | 92 |
| Education | 63 | 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 North | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 934 | 4,614 |
| Median age | 36 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,934 | $1,689 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 41.9% | 48.9% |
| Born in Australia | 86.0% | 78.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.1 |
Growth: Hamilton North Moderate Growth · Hamilton Moderate Growth
Property
| Hamilton North | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.11M | $1.12M |
| Median unit price | $813K | $748K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | -3.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $735 | $785 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 3.5% |
| Days on market (house) | 35 | 39 |
Median price history
Safety
| Hamilton North | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 17 | 5 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 535 | 824 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 964 | 607 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 535 | 759 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 8,351 | 20,004 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hamilton North | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,030 | 1,106 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hamilton North · Hamilton
Transport
| Hamilton North | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 73 | 92 |
| Train stations | 0 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 10 | 28 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 249 | 201 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.0 km | 560 m |
Liveability
| Hamilton North | 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 | 1 | 19 |
| Parks | 2 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 4.1 km | 3.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 117.5 km | 116.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 4.1 km | 3.0 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.4 km | 3.5 km |
Population & growth
| Hamilton North | Hamilton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 934 | 4,614 |
| Estimated 2025 | 965 | 4,766 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,141 | 5,637 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.82% | 0.81% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hamilton North or Hamilton?
Hamilton North has the higher residential safety score (Hamilton North 17/100 vs Hamilton 5/100).
Which is more affordable, Hamilton North or Hamilton?
Hamilton North is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.11M versus $1.12M.
Which has better schools, Hamilton North or Hamilton?
Hamilton has a higher average school ICSEA (Hamilton North 1030 vs Hamilton 1106; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hamilton North or Hamilton?
Hamilton has the higher transport score (Hamilton North 73/100 vs Hamilton 92/100).
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