Hilton vs Richmond
The verdict
Richmond is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.07M versus $1.11M in Hilton. Hilton rates higher for transport (85 vs 76). Hilton has a shorter estimated CBD commute (22 vs 23 min). On the separate residential safety score, Richmond rates higher (79 vs 17/100 in Hilton).
Scores
| Hilton | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 82 | 77 |
| Transport | 85 | 76 |
| Education | 80 | 76 |
| Liveability | 81 | 79 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hilton | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 908 | 3,474 |
| Median age | 34 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,625 | $1,383 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 55.3% | 49.4% |
| Born in Australia | 59.7% | 62.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2.2 |
Growth: Hilton Moderate Growth · Richmond Moderate Growth
Property
| Hilton | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.11M | $1.07M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 16.2% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $572 | $630 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 2.5% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Hilton | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 17 | 79 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 881 | 173 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 110 | 201 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 20,264 | 4,548 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hilton | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,082 |
Transport
| Hilton | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 85 | 76 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 7 | 5 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 22 | 23 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.5 km | 2.0 km |
Liveability
| Hilton | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 1 |
| Parks | 1 | 1 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 6.1 km | 5.5 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 3.2 km | 3.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 6.7 km | 6.5 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.0 km | 1.7 km |
Population & growth
| Hilton | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 908 | 3,474 |
| Estimated 2025 | 975 | 3,729 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,077 | 4,121 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.80% | 1.79% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hilton or Richmond?
Richmond has the higher residential safety score (Hilton 17/100 vs Richmond 79/100).
Which is more affordable, Hilton or Richmond?
Richmond is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.07M versus $1.11M.
Which has better public transport, Hilton or Richmond?
Hilton has the higher transport score (Hilton 85/100 vs Richmond 76/100).
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