Homebush vs Homebush West
The verdict
Homebush West is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.93M versus $3.15M in Homebush. Homebush rates higher for liveability (100 vs 95). Homebush has a shorter estimated CBD commute (31 vs 34 min). On the separate residential safety score, Homebush West rates higher (73 vs 34/100 in Homebush).
Scores
| Homebush | Homebush West | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 94 | 90 |
| Transport | 96 | 92 |
| Education | 84 | 83 |
| Liveability | 100 | 95 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Homebush | Homebush West | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,660 | 9,108 |
| Median age | 31 | 31 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,101 | $1,952 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 67.5% | 62.1% |
| Born in Australia | 27.9% | 24.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.6 |
Growth: Homebush High Growth · Homebush West High Growth
Property
| Homebush | Homebush West | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $3.15M | $1.93M |
| Median unit price | $668K | $635K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $770 | $770 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 56 | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Homebush | Homebush West | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 34 | 73 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 437 | 121 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 240 | 88 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 480 | 406 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,734 | 4,282 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Homebush | Homebush West | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 1 |
| Government | 2 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,069 | 1,069 |
See the full school list on each profile: Homebush · Homebush West
Transport
| Homebush | Homebush West | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 96 | 92 |
| Train stations | 1 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 26 | 7 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 31 | 34 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 670 m | 280 m |
Liveability
| Homebush | Homebush West | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 950 | 950 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 11 | 8 |
| Parks | 14 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 12 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 65 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 3 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 12.4 km | 13.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 11.7 km | 12.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.0 km | 3.3 km |
Population & growth
| Homebush | Homebush West | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 11,660 | 9,108 |
| Estimated 2025 | 13,019 | 10,170 |
| Projected 2041 | 19,230 | 15,021 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.79% | 2.80% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Homebush or Homebush West?
Homebush West has the higher residential safety score (Homebush 34/100 vs Homebush West 73/100).
Which is more affordable, Homebush or Homebush West?
Homebush West is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.93M versus $3.15M.
Which has better schools, Homebush or Homebush West?
Homebush and Homebush West have similar average school ICSEA scores (1069 and 1069).
Which has better public transport, Homebush or Homebush West?
Homebush has the higher transport score (Homebush 96/100 vs Homebush West 92/100).
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