Highton vs Wandana Heights
The verdict
Highton is more affordable, with a median house price of $899K versus $970K in Wandana Heights. Highton rates higher for liveability (85 vs 74). Highton is closer to the coast (5.2 km vs 6.6 km). On the separate residential safety score, Highton rates higher (100 vs 79/100 in Wandana Heights).
Scores
| Highton | Wandana Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 69 | 63 |
| Transport | 50 | 41 |
| Education | 73 | 76 |
| Liveability | 85 | 74 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Highton | Wandana Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,736 | 2,195 |
| Median age | 39 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,054 | $2,549 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 51.3% | 54.2% |
| Born in Australia | 77.3% | 82.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.9 |
Growth: Highton High Growth · Wandana Heights High Growth
Property
| Highton | Wandana Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $899K | $970K |
| Median unit price | $521K | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -4.8% | -21.7% |
| 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
| Highton | Wandana Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 79 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 174 | 410 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 101 | 91 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 193 | 182 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,040 | 2,005 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Highton | Wandana Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 5 | 0 |
| Government | 3 | 0 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,098 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Highton · Wandana Heights
Transport
| Highton | Wandana Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 50 | 41 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 74 | 2 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.4 km | 4.3 km |
Liveability
| Highton | Wandana Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 24.8°C | 24.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.0°C | 14.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 540 | 540 |
| Supermarkets | 4 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 8 | 0 |
| Parks | 33 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | 19 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 398 | 97 |
| Medical GPs | 5 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 5.2 km | 6.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 69.5 km | 70.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 5.7 km | 7.0 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.5 km | 5.8 km |
Population & growth
| Highton | Wandana Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 20,736 | 2,195 |
| Estimated 2025 | 22,202 | 2,350 |
| Projected 2041 | 30,941 | 3,275 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.72% | 1.72% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Highton or Wandana Heights?
Highton has the higher residential safety score (Highton 100/100 vs Wandana Heights 79/100).
Which is more affordable, Highton or Wandana Heights?
Highton is more affordable, with a median house price of $899K versus $970K.
Which has better public transport, Highton or Wandana Heights?
Highton has the higher transport score (Highton 50/100 vs Wandana Heights 41/100).
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