Highbury vs Modbury
The verdict
Modbury is more affordable, with a median house price of $840K versus $1.02M in Highbury. Highbury rates higher for education (67 vs 62). Modbury rates higher for liveability (77 vs 57). Modbury is closer to the coast (11.8 km vs 14.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Highbury rates higher (100 vs 54/100 in Modbury).
Scores
| Highbury | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 55 | 65 |
| Transport | 44 | 56 |
| Education | 67 | 62 |
| Liveability | 57 | 77 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Highbury | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,956 | 5,593 |
| Median age | 41 | 37 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,038 | $1,342 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 44.0% | 41.3% |
| Born in Australia | 74.8% | 57.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.3 |
Growth: Highbury Moderate Growth · Modbury Moderate Growth
Property
| Highbury | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.02M | $840K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 39.4% | 17.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $725 | $650 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.2% | 3.8% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Highbury | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 54 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 101 | 232 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 86 | 304 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,257 | 20,204 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Highbury | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,058 | 1,006 |
See the full school list on each profile: Highbury · Modbury
Transport
| Highbury | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 44 | 56 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 28 | 61 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 50 | 51 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 10.3 km | 7.4 km |
Liveability
| Highbury | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 6 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 12 |
| Parks | 6 | 8 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 7 |
| Swimming pools | 5 | 4 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 4 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 14.4 km | 11.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 12.7 km | 13.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 11.6 km | 9.8 km |
Population & growth
| Highbury | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,956 | 5,593 |
| Estimated 2025 | 7,371 | 5,829 |
| Projected 2041 | 7,991 | 6,529 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.46% | 1.04% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Highbury or Modbury?
Highbury has the higher residential safety score (Highbury 100/100 vs Modbury 54/100).
Which is more affordable, Highbury or Modbury?
Modbury is more affordable, with a median house price of $840K versus $1.02M.
Which has better schools, Highbury or Modbury?
Highbury has a higher average school ICSEA (Highbury 1058 vs Modbury 1006; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Highbury or Modbury?
Modbury has the higher transport score (Highbury 44/100 vs Modbury 56/100).
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