Horsfield Bay vs Kariong
The verdict
Horsfield Bay is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.08M versus $1.12M in Kariong. Horsfield Bay rates higher for transport (57 vs 42). Horsfield Bay has a shorter estimated CBD commute (118 vs 127 min). On the separate residential safety score, Horsfield Bay rates higher (99 vs 91/100 in Kariong).
Scores
| Horsfield Bay | Kariong | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 58 | 46 |
| Transport | 57 | 42 |
| Education | 60 | 51 |
| Liveability | 58 | 47 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Horsfield Bay | Kariong | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 501 | 6,485 |
| Median age | 46 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,083 | $2,200 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 40.7% | 30.2% |
| Born in Australia | 74.7% | 78.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 3 |
Growth: Horsfield Bay Stable · Kariong Stable
Property
| Horsfield Bay | Kariong | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.08M | $1.12M |
| Median unit price | $610K | $818K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 20.9% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $640 | $690 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 3.1% |
| Days on market (house) | 44 | 56 |
Median price history
Safety
| Horsfield Bay | Kariong | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 99 | 91 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 200 | 93 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 0 | 62 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 200 | 339 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,196 | 5,860 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Horsfield Bay | Kariong | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 5 |
| Government | 0 | 3 |
| Independent | 0 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 945 |
See the full school list on each profile: Horsfield Bay · Kariong
Transport
| Horsfield Bay | Kariong | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 57 | 42 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 3 | 34 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 118 | 127 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.2 km | 4.0 km |
Liveability
| Horsfield Bay | Kariong | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.0°C | 27.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 3 |
| Parks | 0 | 12 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 8 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 32 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 3.4 km | 3.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 43.2 km | 47.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 4.1 km | 9.1 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 8.8 km | 7.0 km |
Population & growth
| Horsfield Bay | Kariong | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 501 | 6,485 |
| Estimated 2025 | 507 | 6,387 |
| Projected 2041 | 544 | 6,999 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.30% | -0.38% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Horsfield Bay or Kariong?
Horsfield Bay has the higher residential safety score (Horsfield Bay 99/100 vs Kariong 91/100).
Which is more affordable, Horsfield Bay or Kariong?
Horsfield Bay is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.08M versus $1.12M.
Which has better public transport, Horsfield Bay or Kariong?
Horsfield Bay has the higher transport score (Horsfield Bay 57/100 vs Kariong 42/100).
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