Hope Valley vs Modbury
The verdict
Modbury is more affordable, with a median house price of $840K versus $877K in Hope Valley. Modbury rates higher for transport (56 vs 45). Modbury is closer to the coast (11.8 km vs 13.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, Hope Valley rates higher (91 vs 54/100 in Modbury).
Scores
| Hope Valley | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 59 | 65 |
| Transport | 45 | 56 |
| Education | 57 | 62 |
| Liveability | 75 | 77 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hope Valley | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,184 | 5,593 |
| Median age | 46 | 37 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,270 | $1,342 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 32.7% | 41.3% |
| Born in Australia | 69.5% | 57.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.3 |
Growth: Hope Valley Moderate Growth · Modbury Moderate Growth
Property
| Hope Valley | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $877K | $840K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 17.5% | 17.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $640 | $650 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.5% | 3.8% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Hope Valley | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 91 | 54 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 159 | 232 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 110 | 304 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,372 | 20,204 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hope Valley | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 2 |
| Government | 2 | 2 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,029 | 1,006 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hope Valley · Modbury
Transport
| Hope Valley | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 45 | 56 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 39 | 61 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 50 | 51 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 8.9 km | 7.4 km |
Liveability
| Hope Valley | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 6 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 6 | 12 |
| Parks | 9 | 8 |
| Playgrounds | 10 | 7 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | 4 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 4 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 13.1 km | 11.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 12.7 km | 13.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 11.3 km | 9.8 km |
Population & growth
| Hope Valley | Modbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 8,184 | 5,593 |
| Estimated 2025 | 8,529 | 5,829 |
| Projected 2041 | 9,553 | 6,529 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.04% | 1.04% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hope Valley or Modbury?
Hope Valley has the higher residential safety score (Hope Valley 91/100 vs Modbury 54/100).
Which is more affordable, Hope Valley or Modbury?
Modbury is more affordable, with a median house price of $840K versus $877K.
Which has better schools, Hope Valley or Modbury?
Hope Valley has a higher average school ICSEA (Hope Valley 1029 vs Modbury 1006; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hope Valley or Modbury?
Modbury has the higher transport score (Hope Valley 45/100 vs Modbury 56/100).
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