Junortoun vs Strathfieldsaye
The verdict
Strathfieldsaye is more affordable, with a median house price of $708K versus $774K in Junortoun. Strathfieldsaye rates higher for liveability (38 vs 23). Strathfieldsaye is closer to the coast (124.3 km vs 127.0 km). On the separate residential safety score, Strathfieldsaye rates higher (100 vs 81/100 in Junortoun).
Scores
| Junortoun | Strathfieldsaye | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 34 | 41 |
| Transport | 22 | 25 |
| Education | 62 | 64 |
| Liveability | 23 | 38 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Junortoun | Strathfieldsaye | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,862 | 6,850 |
| Median age | 43 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,170 | $2,237 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 42.0% | 42.3% |
| Born in Australia | 87.0% | 89.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 3 |
Growth: Junortoun High Growth · Strathfieldsaye High Growth
Property
| Junortoun | Strathfieldsaye | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $774K | $708K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -26.6% | -0.3% |
| 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
| Junortoun | Strathfieldsaye | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 81 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 414 | 219 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 181 | 88 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 26 | 102 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,838 | 1,431 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Junortoun | Strathfieldsaye | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,070 |
See the full school list on each profile: Junortoun · Strathfieldsaye
Transport
| Junortoun | Strathfieldsaye | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 22 | 25 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 15 | 46 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 7.3 km | 7.8 km |
Liveability
| Junortoun | Strathfieldsaye | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 0 |
| Parks | 2 | 13 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 107 | 74 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 127.0 km | 124.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 127.0 km | 124.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 78.5 km | 77.0 km |
Population & growth
| Junortoun | Strathfieldsaye | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,862 | 6,850 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,233 | 7,508 |
| Projected 2041 | 5,101 | 9,047 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.32% | 2.32% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Junortoun or Strathfieldsaye?
Strathfieldsaye has the higher residential safety score (Junortoun 81/100 vs Strathfieldsaye 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Junortoun or Strathfieldsaye?
Strathfieldsaye is more affordable, with a median house price of $708K versus $774K.
Which has better public transport, Junortoun or Strathfieldsaye?
Strathfieldsaye has the higher transport score (Junortoun 22/100 vs Strathfieldsaye 25/100).
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