Hazelbrook vs Woodford
The verdict
Woodford is more affordable, with a median house price of $830K versus $877K in Hazelbrook. Hazelbrook rates higher for liveability (58 vs 42). Woodford is closer to the coast (66.7 km vs 68.3 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hazelbrook rates higher (100 vs 82/100 in Woodford).
Scores
| Hazelbrook | Woodford | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 71 | 66 |
| Transport | 87 | 86 |
| Education | 69 | 71 |
| Liveability | 58 | 42 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hazelbrook | Woodford | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,077 | 1,953 |
| Median age | 41 | 44 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,794 | $1,913 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 42.1% | 46.8% |
| Born in Australia | 81.6% | 79.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.5 |
Growth: Hazelbrook Stable · Woodford Stable
Property
| Hazelbrook | Woodford | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $877K | $830K |
| Median unit price | $683K | $498K |
| House price YoY | 21.9% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $615 | $690 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.3% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 41 | 44 |
Median price history
Safety
| Hazelbrook | Woodford | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 82 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 79 | 256 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 20 | 0 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 217 | 205 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,777 | 2,560 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hazelbrook | Woodford | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 3 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,066 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Hazelbrook · Woodford
Transport
| Hazelbrook | Woodford | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 87 | 86 |
| Train stations | 1 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 48 | 17 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 151 | 146 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 500 m | 430 m |
Liveability
| Hazelbrook | Woodford | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 21.5°C | 21.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 9.8°C | 9.8°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,400 | 1,400 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 6 | 1 |
| Parks | 7 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 46 | 35 |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 68.3 km | 66.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 71.3 km | 69.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 12.6 km | 14.9 km |
Population & growth
| Hazelbrook | Woodford | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,077 | 1,953 |
| Estimated 2025 | 5,101 | 1,962 |
| Projected 2041 | 5,157 | 1,984 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.12% | 0.12% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hazelbrook or Woodford?
Hazelbrook has the higher residential safety score (Hazelbrook 100/100 vs Woodford 82/100).
Which is more affordable, Hazelbrook or Woodford?
Woodford is more affordable, with a median house price of $830K versus $877K.
Which has better public transport, Hazelbrook or Woodford?
Hazelbrook has the higher transport score (Hazelbrook 87/100 vs Woodford 86/100).
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