Homebush vs Strathfield
The verdict
Homebush is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.60M versus $4.54M in Strathfield. Strathfield is closer to the coast (11.1 km vs 12.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Strathfield rates higher (56 vs 34/100 in Homebush).
Scores
| Homebush | Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 94 | 94 |
| Transport | 96 | 97 |
| Education | 84 | 83 |
| Liveability | 100 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Homebush | Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,660 | 25,915 |
| Median age | 31 | 32 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,101 | $2,262 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 67.5% | 61.9% |
| Born in Australia | 27.9% | 35.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.8 |
Growth: Homebush High Growth · Strathfield Stable
Property
| Homebush | Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.60M | $4.54M |
| Median unit price | $668K | $743K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 22.8% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $717 | $900 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 0.9% |
| Days on market (house) | 44 | 39 |
Median price history
Safety
| Homebush | Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 34 | 56 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 437 | 289 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 240 | 243 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 480 | 239 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,949 | 6,367 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Homebush | Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 11 |
| Government | 2 | 5 |
| Independent | 0 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,075 | 1,087 |
See the full school list on each profile: Homebush · Strathfield
Transport
| Homebush | Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 96 | 97 |
| Train stations | 1 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 26 | 153 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 31 | 31 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 670 m | 1.4 km |
Liveability
| Homebush | Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 11 | 45 |
| Parks | 14 | 24 |
| Playgrounds | 12 | 14 |
| Swimming pools | 65 | 1,390 |
| Medical GPs | 3 | 4 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 12.4 km | 11.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 11.7 km | 11.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.0 km | 4.7 km |
Population & growth
| Homebush | Strathfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 11,660 | 25,915 |
| Estimated 2025 | 13,019 | 24,946 |
| Projected 2041 | 19,230 | 27,243 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.79% | -0.95% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Homebush or Strathfield?
Strathfield has the higher residential safety score (Homebush 34/100 vs Strathfield 56/100).
Which is more affordable, Homebush or Strathfield?
Homebush is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.60M versus $4.54M.
Which has better schools, Homebush or Strathfield?
Strathfield has a higher average school ICSEA (Homebush 1075 vs Strathfield 1087; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Homebush or Strathfield?
Strathfield has the higher transport score (Homebush 96/100 vs Strathfield 97/100).
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