Hobartville vs North Richmond
The verdict
Hobartville is more affordable, with a median house price of $969K versus $1.30M in North Richmond. Hobartville rates higher for transport (71 vs 43). Hobartville is closer to the coast (38.9 km vs 40.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hobartville rates higher (100 vs 76/100 in North Richmond).
Scores
| Hobartville | North Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 58 | 44 |
| Transport | 71 | 43 |
| Education | 43 | 46 |
| Liveability | 58 | 44 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hobartville | North Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,712 | 6,358 |
| Median age | 35 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,759 | $1,724 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 25.4% | 27.8% |
| Born in Australia | 81.6% | 82.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.6 |
Growth: Hobartville Moderate Growth · North Richmond Moderate Growth
Property
| Hobartville | North Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $969K | $1.30M |
| Median unit price | $860K | $723K |
| House price YoY | 21.2% | 20.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $690 | $715 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.5% | 2.8% |
| Days on market (house) | 40 | 48 |
Median price history
Safety
| Hobartville | North Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 76 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 111 | 126 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 0 | 94 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 258 | 409 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,212 | 4,137 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hobartville | North Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 959 | 993 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hobartville · North Richmond
Transport
| Hobartville | North Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 71 | 43 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 12 | 47 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 140 | 150 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.1 km | 4.6 km |
Liveability
| Hobartville | North Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.3°C | 30.3°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.8°C | 17.8°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 800 | 800 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 6 |
| Parks | 11 | 18 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 12 |
| Swimming pools | 4 | 3 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 38.9 km | 40.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 52.3 km | 56.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 7.2 km | 10.4 km |
Population & growth
| Hobartville | North Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,712 | 6,358 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,965 | 6,952 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,125 | 7,326 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.25% | 2.26% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hobartville or North Richmond?
Hobartville has the higher residential safety score (Hobartville 100/100 vs North Richmond 76/100).
Which is more affordable, Hobartville or North Richmond?
Hobartville is more affordable, with a median house price of $969K versus $1.30M.
Which has better schools, Hobartville or North Richmond?
North Richmond has a higher average school ICSEA (Hobartville 959 vs North Richmond 993; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hobartville or North Richmond?
Hobartville has the higher transport score (Hobartville 71/100 vs North Richmond 43/100).
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