Kurri Kurri vs Pelaw Main
The verdict
Kurri Kurri is more affordable, with a median house price of $655K versus $703K in Pelaw Main. Kurri Kurri rates higher for liveability (54 vs 42). Pelaw Main is closer to the coast (27.6 km vs 29.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, Pelaw Main rates higher (42 vs 19/100 in Kurri Kurri).
Scores
| Kurri Kurri | Pelaw Main | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 39 | 31 |
| Transport | 34 | 23 |
| Education | 26 | 27 |
| Liveability | 54 | 42 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Kurri Kurri | Pelaw Main | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,174 | 1,080 |
| Median age | 38 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,254 | $1,174 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 14.1% | 15.6% |
| Born in Australia | 88.5% | 91.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2.4 |
Growth: Kurri Kurri High Growth · Pelaw Main High Growth
Property
| Kurri Kurri | Pelaw Main | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $655K | $703K |
| Median unit price | $503K | $489K |
| House price YoY | 11.9% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $530 | $530 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.2% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 30 | 28 |
Median price history
Safety
| Kurri Kurri | Pelaw Main | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 19 | 42 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 421 | 185 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 745 | 833 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 939 | 278 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 11,241 | 6,019 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Kurri Kurri | Pelaw Main | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 1 |
| Government | 2 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 934 | 914 |
See the full school list on each profile: Kurri Kurri · Pelaw Main
Transport
| Kurri Kurri | Pelaw Main | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 34 | 23 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 48 | 10 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 10.9 km | 12.9 km |
Liveability
| Kurri Kurri | Pelaw Main | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.5°C | 27.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 9 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 29.1 km | 27.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 120.3 km | 117.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.9 km | 2.3 km |
Population & growth
| Kurri Kurri | Pelaw Main | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,174 | 1,080 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,935 | 1,213 |
| Projected 2041 | 9,152 | 1,601 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.95% | 2.95% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Kurri Kurri or Pelaw Main?
Pelaw Main has the higher residential safety score (Kurri Kurri 19/100 vs Pelaw Main 42/100).
Which is more affordable, Kurri Kurri or Pelaw Main?
Kurri Kurri is more affordable, with a median house price of $655K versus $703K.
Which has better schools, Kurri Kurri or Pelaw Main?
Kurri Kurri has a higher average school ICSEA (Kurri Kurri 934 vs Pelaw Main 914; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Kurri Kurri or Pelaw Main?
Kurri Kurri has the higher transport score (Kurri Kurri 34/100 vs Pelaw Main 23/100).
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