Hinchinbrook vs Middleton Grange
The verdict
Hinchinbrook is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.14M versus $1.22M in Middleton Grange. Hinchinbrook rates higher for transport (45 vs 29). Middleton Grange rates higher for education (53 vs 48). Hinchinbrook is closer to the coast (26.3 km vs 28.2 km).
Scores
| Hinchinbrook | Middleton Grange | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 57 | 52 |
| Transport | 45 | 29 |
| Education | 48 | 53 |
| Liveability | 77 | 75 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hinchinbrook | Middleton Grange | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,521 | 7,043 |
| Median age | 35 | 31 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,909 | $2,344 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 31.8% | 38.9% |
| Born in Australia | 47.7% | 55.2% |
| Avg household size | 3.5 | 3.6 |
Growth: Hinchinbrook Stable · Middleton Grange Stable
Property
| Hinchinbrook | Middleton Grange | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.14M | $1.22M |
| Median unit price | $900K | $960K |
| House price YoY | 6.1% | 19.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $600 | $800 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.8% | 3.1% |
| Days on market (house) | 40 | 41 |
Median price history
Safety
| Hinchinbrook | Middleton Grange | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 97 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 78 | 14 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 78 | 71 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 365 | 256 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,361 | 1,775 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hinchinbrook | Middleton Grange | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 2 |
| Government | 2 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 968 | 1,047 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hinchinbrook · Middleton Grange
Transport
| Hinchinbrook | Middleton Grange | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 45 | 29 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 46 | 11 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 90 | 95 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 5.7 km | 5.5 km |
Liveability
| Hinchinbrook | Middleton Grange | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 28.8°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.8°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 920 | 870 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 2 |
| Parks | 9 | 7 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 4 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 26.3 km | 28.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 32.1 km | 33.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.2 km | 8.1 km |
Population & growth
| Hinchinbrook | Middleton Grange | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 11,521 | 7,043 |
| Estimated 2025 | 11,509 | 7,379 |
| Projected 2041 | 11,844 | 7,321 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.03% | 1.17% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hinchinbrook or Middleton Grange?
Middleton Grange has the higher residential safety score (Hinchinbrook 97/100 vs Middleton Grange 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Hinchinbrook or Middleton Grange?
Hinchinbrook is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.14M versus $1.22M.
Which has better schools, Hinchinbrook or Middleton Grange?
Middleton Grange has a higher average school ICSEA (Hinchinbrook 968 vs Middleton Grange 1047; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hinchinbrook or Middleton Grange?
Hinchinbrook has the higher transport score (Hinchinbrook 45/100 vs Middleton Grange 29/100).
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