Joslin vs Marden
The verdict
Marden is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.46M versus $2.26M in Joslin. Joslin has a shorter estimated CBD commute (24 vs 27 min). On the separate residential safety score, Joslin rates higher (78 vs 62/100 in Marden).
Scores
JoslinMarden
| Joslin | Marden | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 80 | 78 |
| Transport | 75 | 72 |
| Education | 85 | 82 |
| Liveability | 82 | 80 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Joslin | Marden | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,243 | 2,645 |
| Median age | 48 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,323 | $1,518 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 63.9% | 58.8% |
| Born in Australia | 71.0% | 58.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.1 |
Growth: Joslin Stable · Marden Stable
Property
| Joslin | Marden | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.26M | $1.46M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $680 | $675 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Joslin | Marden | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 78 | 62 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 161 | 302 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 161 | 76 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,253 | 5,142 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Joslin | Marden | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,047 |
Transport
| Joslin | Marden | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 75 | 72 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 4 | 12 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 24 | 27 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.8 km | 3.9 km |
Liveability
| Joslin | Marden | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 0 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 12.2 km | 11.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 4.0 km | 5.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.8 km | 3.8 km |
Population & growth
| Joslin | Marden | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,243 | 2,645 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,320 | 2,809 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,302 | 2,770 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.51% | 1.52% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Joslin or Marden?
Joslin has the higher residential safety score (Joslin 78/100 vs Marden 62/100).
Which is more affordable, Joslin or Marden?
Marden is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.46M versus $2.26M.
Which has better public transport, Joslin or Marden?
Joslin has the higher transport score (Joslin 75/100 vs Marden 72/100).
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