Kialla vs Shepparton
The verdict
Shepparton is more affordable, with a median house price of $438K versus $645K in Kialla. Shepparton rates higher for transport (79 vs 20). Kialla is closer to the coast (159.8 km vs 167.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Kialla rates higher (98 vs 38/100 in Shepparton).
Scores
| Kialla | Shepparton | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 29 | 68 |
| Transport | 20 | 79 |
| Education | 45 | 42 |
| Liveability | 25 | 80 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Kialla | Shepparton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,667 | 32,067 |
| Median age | 38 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,998 | $1,285 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 33.2% | 28.2% |
| Born in Australia | 79.2% | 69.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 2.4 |
Growth: Kialla Moderate Growth · Shepparton Moderate Growth
Property
| Kialla | Shepparton | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $645K | $438K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $344K |
| House price YoY | 2.3% | 7.9% |
| 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
| Kialla | Shepparton | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 98 | 38 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 219 | 739 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 208 | 371 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 196 | 1,023 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,335 | 11,339 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Kialla | Shepparton | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 20 |
| Government | 1 | 12 |
| Independent | 0 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,016 | 938 |
See the full school list on each profile: Kialla · Shepparton
Transport
| Kialla | Shepparton | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 20 | 79 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 26 | 272 |
| 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 | 1.5 km |
Liveability
| Kialla | Shepparton | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.5°C | 30.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.6°C | 13.6°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 470 | 470 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 6 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 16 |
| Parks | 12 | 45 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 18 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | 7 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 11 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 159.8 km | 167.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 156.9 km | 164.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 9.6 km | 1.2 km |
Population & growth
| Kialla | Shepparton | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 8,667 | 32,067 |
| Estimated 2025 | 9,841 | 32,507 |
| Projected 2041 | 10,407 | 38,503 |
| Annual growth rate | 3.23% | 0.34% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Kialla or Shepparton?
Kialla has the higher residential safety score (Kialla 98/100 vs Shepparton 38/100).
Which is more affordable, Kialla or Shepparton?
Shepparton is more affordable, with a median house price of $438K versus $645K.
Which has better schools, Kialla or Shepparton?
Kialla has a higher average school ICSEA (Kialla 1016 vs Shepparton 938; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Kialla or Shepparton?
Shepparton has the higher transport score (Kialla 20/100 vs Shepparton 79/100).
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