Kuraby vs Runcorn
The verdict
Kuraby rates higher for education (73 vs 68). Runcorn rates higher for liveability (99 vs 91). Runcorn has a shorter estimated CBD commute (38 vs 41 min).
Scores
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| Kuraby | Runcorn | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 86 | 88 |
| Transport | 91 | 93 |
| Education | 73 | 68 |
| Liveability | 91 | 99 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Kuraby | Runcorn | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,737 | 14,199 |
| Median age | 34 | 34 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,136 | $1,742 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 57.0% | 50.0% |
| Born in Australia | 45.4% | 42.6% |
| Avg household size | 3.3 | 2.9 |
Growth: Kuraby — · Runcorn —
Property
| Kuraby | Runcorn | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | $650 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Kuraby | Runcorn | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 66 | 66 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 927 | 930 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 412 | 416 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,145 | 6,145 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Kuraby | Runcorn | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 2 |
| Government | 2 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,009 | 1,003 |
Transport
| Kuraby | Runcorn | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 91 | 93 |
| Train stations | 1 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 19 | 47 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 41 | 38 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 290 m | 350 m |
Liveability
| Kuraby | Runcorn | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.3°C | 29.3°C |
| Winter max temp | 21.5°C | 21.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,150 | 1,150 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 6 |
| Parks | 15 | 33 |
| Playgrounds | 11 | 20 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 35 |
| Medical GPs | 4 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 17.9 km | 18.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 16.7 km | 15.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.9 km | 5.1 km |
Population & growth
| Kuraby | Runcorn | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 8,737 | 14,199 |
| Estimated 2025 | 9,082 | 15,636 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 0.97% | 2.44% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Kuraby or Runcorn?
Kuraby and Runcorn have similar residential safety scores (66 and 66/100).
Which has better schools, Kuraby or Runcorn?
Kuraby has a higher average school ICSEA (Kuraby 1009 vs Runcorn 1003; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Kuraby or Runcorn?
Runcorn has the higher transport score (Kuraby 91/100 vs Runcorn 93/100).
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