Heathcote Junction vs Wallan
The verdict
Wallan is more affordable, with a median house price of $603K versus $850K in Heathcote Junction. Wallan rates higher for liveability (55 vs 21). Wallan is closer to the coast (47.8 km vs 51.6 km). On the separate residential safety score, Wallan rates higher (79 vs 70/100 in Heathcote Junction).
Scores
| Heathcote Junction | Wallan | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 39 | 61 |
| Transport | 54 | 82 |
| Education | 43 | 45 |
| Liveability | 21 | 55 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Heathcote Junction | Wallan | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 811 | 15,004 |
| Median age | 41 | 33 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,101 | $1,914 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 23.6% | 26.8% |
| Born in Australia | 84.7% | 76.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 3 |
Growth: Heathcote Junction High Growth · Wallan High Growth
Property
| Heathcote Junction | Wallan | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $850K | $603K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $423K |
| House price YoY | -9.9% | -5.7% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Heathcote Junction | Wallan | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 70 | 79 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 370 | 187 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 247 | 313 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | 580 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,959 | 5,838 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Heathcote Junction | Wallan | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 3 |
| Government | 0 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 988 |
See the full school list on each profile: Heathcote Junction · Wallan
Transport
| Heathcote Junction | Wallan | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 54 | 82 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 33 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 157 | 98 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.7 km | 3.8 km |
Liveability
| Heathcote Junction | Wallan | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.0°C | 26.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.5°C | 13.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 530 | 530 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 11 |
| Parks | 3 | 44 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 7 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 4 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 51.6 km | 47.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 48.5 km | 45.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 11.6 km | 11.7 km |
Population & growth
| Heathcote Junction | Wallan | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 811 | 15,004 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,072 | 19,834 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,635 | 48,743 |
| Annual growth rate | 7.22% | 7.23% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Heathcote Junction or Wallan?
Wallan has the higher residential safety score (Heathcote Junction 70/100 vs Wallan 79/100).
Which is more affordable, Heathcote Junction or Wallan?
Wallan is more affordable, with a median house price of $603K versus $850K.
Which has better public transport, Heathcote Junction or Wallan?
Wallan has the higher transport score (Heathcote Junction 54/100 vs Wallan 82/100).
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