Huntingdale vs Oakleigh
The verdict
Huntingdale is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.22M versus $1.40M in Oakleigh. Oakleigh rates higher for transport (99 vs 80). Oakleigh has a shorter estimated CBD commute (38 vs 62 min). On the separate residential safety score, Huntingdale rates higher (56 vs 33/100 in Oakleigh).
Scores
| Huntingdale | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 88 | 96 |
| Transport | 80 | 99 |
| Education | 88 | 89 |
| Liveability | 96 | 98 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Huntingdale | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,949 | 8,442 |
| Median age | 35 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,996 | $1,926 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 58.5% | 58.6% |
| Born in Australia | 57.0% | 57.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.5 |
Growth: Huntingdale Moderate Growth · Oakleigh Moderate Growth
Property
| Huntingdale | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.22M | $1.40M |
| Median unit price | $488K | $575K |
| House price YoY | -3.8% | 6.0% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Huntingdale | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 56 | 33 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 308 | 687 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 1,026 | 1,149 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 103 | 391 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 7,183 | 16,525 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Huntingdale | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 3 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,108 |
See the full school list on each profile: Huntingdale · Oakleigh
Transport
| Huntingdale | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 80 | 99 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 8 | 57 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 62 | 38 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 660 m | 650 m |
Liveability
| Huntingdale | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 6 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 10 | 55 |
| Parks | 2 | 14 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 6 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 7 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 7 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 10.0 km | 9.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 16.5 km | 15.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | 9.6 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.0 km | 5.5 km |
Population & growth
| Huntingdale | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,949 | 8,442 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,131 | 9,231 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,507 | 10,857 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.26% | 2.26% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Huntingdale or Oakleigh?
Huntingdale has the higher residential safety score (Huntingdale 56/100 vs Oakleigh 33/100).
Which is more affordable, Huntingdale or Oakleigh?
Huntingdale is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.22M versus $1.40M.
Which has better public transport, Huntingdale or Oakleigh?
Oakleigh has the higher transport score (Huntingdale 80/100 vs Oakleigh 99/100).
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