Jackass Flat vs North Bendigo
The verdict
North Bendigo is more affordable, with a median house price of $507K versus $518K in Jackass Flat. North Bendigo rates higher for liveability (82 vs 57). North Bendigo is closer to the coast (133.8 km vs 135.6 km). On the separate residential safety score, Jackass Flat rates higher (84 vs 37/100 in North Bendigo).
Scores
| Jackass Flat | North Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 49 | 62 |
| Transport | 44 | 52 |
| Education | 47 | 49 |
| Liveability | 57 | 82 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Jackass Flat | North Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,907 | 4,277 |
| Median age | 28 | 37 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,805 | $1,281 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 27.8% | 30.8% |
| Born in Australia | 83.6% | 79.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 2.2 |
Growth: Jackass Flat High Growth · North Bendigo High Growth
Property
| Jackass Flat | North Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $518K | $507K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $387K |
| House price YoY | 8.7% | -2.9% |
| 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
| Jackass Flat | North Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 84 | 37 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 157 | 701 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 315 | 491 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 367 | 608 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,412 | 6,453 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Jackass Flat | North Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 885 |
See the full school list on each profile: Jackass Flat · North Bendigo
Transport
| Jackass Flat | North Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 44 | 52 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 8 | 34 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.1 km | 3.1 km |
Liveability
| Jackass Flat | North Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 28.5°C | 28.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 12.3°C | 12.3°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 560 | 560 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 2 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 135.6 km | 133.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 135.8 km | 134.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 76.7 km | 78.5 km |
Population & growth
| Jackass Flat | North Bendigo | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,907 | 4,277 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,994 | 4,135 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,519 | 5,649 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.12% | -0.84% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Jackass Flat or North Bendigo?
Jackass Flat has the higher residential safety score (Jackass Flat 84/100 vs North Bendigo 37/100).
Which is more affordable, Jackass Flat or North Bendigo?
North Bendigo is more affordable, with a median house price of $507K versus $518K.
Which has better public transport, Jackass Flat or North Bendigo?
North Bendigo has the higher transport score (Jackass Flat 44/100 vs North Bendigo 52/100).
Try another comparison
Compare two suburbs