Harris Park vs Parramatta
The verdict
Parramatta is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.63M versus $1.64M in Harris Park. Parramatta rates higher for transport (99 vs 92). Harris Park is closer to the coast (20.1 km vs 21.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, Harris Park rates higher (31 vs 21/100 in Parramatta).
Scores
| Harris Park | Parramatta | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 92 | 94 |
| Transport | 92 | 99 |
| Education | 82 | 82 |
| Liveability | 100 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Harris Park | Parramatta | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,043 | 30,211 |
| Median age | 31 | 32 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,779 | $2,092 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 65.0% | 69.2% |
| Born in Australia | 19.1% | 24.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.4 |
Growth: Harris Park High Growth · Parramatta High Growth
Property
| Harris Park | Parramatta | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.64M | $1.63M |
| Median unit price | $505K | $622K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $680 | $680 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | 58 |
Median price history
Safety
| Harris Park | Parramatta | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 31 | 21 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 476 | 566 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 218 | 225 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 555 | 616 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,524 | 21,168 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Harris Park | Parramatta | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 10 |
| Government | 0 | 7 |
| Independent | 1 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,062 | 1,088 |
See the full school list on each profile: Harris Park · Parramatta
Transport
| Harris Park | Parramatta | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 92 | 99 |
| Train stations | 0 | 3 |
| Bus stops | 19 | 84 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 6 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 1 |
| CBD commute (min) | 69 | 47 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 370 m | 390 m |
Liveability
| Harris Park | Parramatta | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 950 | 950 |
| Supermarkets | 7 | 13 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 30 | 188 |
| Parks | 4 | 36 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 15 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 14 |
| Medical GPs | 4 | 19 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 20.1 km | 21.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 18.9 km | 19.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.9 km | 1.9 km |
Population & growth
| Harris Park | Parramatta | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,043 | 30,211 |
| Estimated 2025 | 5,646 | 36,765 |
| Projected 2041 | 11,721 | 71,382 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.86% | 5.03% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Harris Park or Parramatta?
Harris Park has the higher residential safety score (Harris Park 31/100 vs Parramatta 21/100).
Which is more affordable, Harris Park or Parramatta?
Parramatta is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.63M versus $1.64M.
Which has better schools, Harris Park or Parramatta?
Parramatta has a higher average school ICSEA (Harris Park 1062 vs Parramatta 1088; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Harris Park or Parramatta?
Parramatta has the higher transport score (Harris Park 92/100 vs Parramatta 99/100).
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