Heathcote Junction vs Wandong
The verdict
Wandong is more affordable, with a median house price of $710K versus $850K in Heathcote Junction. Wandong rates higher for transport (80 vs 54). Heathcote Junction is closer to the coast (51.6 km vs 54.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Heathcote Junction rates higher (70 vs 61/100 in Wandong).
Scores
| Heathcote Junction | Wandong | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 39 | 50 |
| Transport | 54 | 80 |
| Education | 43 | 40 |
| Liveability | 21 | 29 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Heathcote Junction | Wandong | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 811 | 1,477 |
| Median age | 41 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,101 | $2,083 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 23.6% | 17.3% |
| Born in Australia | 84.7% | 81.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 3 |
Growth: Heathcote Junction High Growth · Wandong High Growth
Property
| Heathcote Junction | Wandong | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $850K | $710K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -9.9% | -8.2% |
| 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 | Wandong | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 70 | 61 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 370 | Data not available |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 247 | 271 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | 542 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,959 | 4,875 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Heathcote Junction | Wandong | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 996 |
See the full school list on each profile: Heathcote Junction · Wandong
Transport
| Heathcote Junction | Wandong | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 54 | 80 |
| Train stations | 0 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 2 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 157 | 111 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.7 km | 520 m |
Liveability
| Heathcote Junction | Wandong | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 3 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 51.6 km | 54.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 48.5 km | 51.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 11.6 km | 8.5 km |
Population & growth
| Heathcote Junction | Wandong | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 811 | 1,477 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,072 | 1,952 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,635 | 4,798 |
| Annual growth rate | 7.22% | 7.22% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Heathcote Junction or Wandong?
Heathcote Junction has the higher residential safety score (Heathcote Junction 70/100 vs Wandong 61/100).
Which is more affordable, Heathcote Junction or Wandong?
Wandong is more affordable, with a median house price of $710K versus $850K.
Which has better public transport, Heathcote Junction or Wandong?
Wandong has the higher transport score (Heathcote Junction 54/100 vs Wandong 80/100).
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