Kalorama vs Olinda
The verdict
Kalorama is more affordable, with a median house price of $854K versus $920K in Olinda. Olinda rates higher for liveability (42 vs 33). Olinda is closer to the coast (31.2 km vs 33.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, Olinda rates higher (86 vs 72/100 in Kalorama).
Scores
KaloramaOlinda
| Kalorama | Olinda | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 42 | 43 |
| Transport | 26 | 23 |
| Education | 71 | 69 |
| Liveability | 33 | 42 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Kalorama | Olinda | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,277 | 1,773 |
| Median age | 43 | 45 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,087 | $1,995 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 52.2% | 47.6% |
| Born in Australia | 79.3% | 76.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.5 |
Growth: Kalorama Moderate Growth · Olinda Moderate Growth
Property
| Kalorama | Olinda | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $854K | $920K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -15.8% | -16.6% |
| 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
| Kalorama | Olinda | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 72 | 86 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 548 | 338 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 78 | 56 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 78 | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,801 | 3,046 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Kalorama | Olinda | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 964 |
Transport
| Kalorama | Olinda | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 26 | 23 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 21 | 18 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 123 | 123 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 7.2 km | 6.6 km |
Liveability
| Kalorama | Olinda | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 14 |
| Parks | 1 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 14 | 4 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 33.9 km | 31.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 36.9 km | 36.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 10.9 km | 7.7 km |
Population & growth
| Kalorama | Olinda | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,277 | 1,773 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,253 | 1,740 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,482 | 2,057 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.47% | -0.47% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Kalorama or Olinda?
Olinda has the higher residential safety score (Kalorama 72/100 vs Olinda 86/100).
Which is more affordable, Kalorama or Olinda?
Kalorama is more affordable, with a median house price of $854K versus $920K.
Which has better public transport, Kalorama or Olinda?
Kalorama has the higher transport score (Kalorama 26/100 vs Olinda 23/100).
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