Lake Gardens vs Lake Wendouree
The verdict
Lake Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $722K versus $1.25M in Lake Wendouree. Lake Gardens rates higher for transport (87 vs 59). Lake Wendouree rates higher for liveability (90 vs 82). Lake Wendouree is closer to the coast (76.1 km vs 77.5 km). On the separate residential safety score, Lake Wendouree rates higher (63 vs 45/100 in Lake Gardens).
Scores
| Lake Gardens | Lake Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 80 | 73 |
| Transport | 87 | 59 |
| Education | 68 | 71 |
| Liveability | 82 | 90 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Lake Gardens | Lake Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,801 | 2,878 |
| Median age | 51 | 53 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,534 | $1,953 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 50.5% | 54.9% |
| Born in Australia | 77.8% | 82.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.2 |
Growth: Lake Gardens High Growth · Lake Wendouree High Growth
Property
| Lake Gardens | Lake Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $722K | $1.25M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $510K |
| House price YoY | -12.6% | -33.5% |
| 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
| Lake Gardens | Lake Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 45 | 63 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 444 | 591 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 999 | 382 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 111 | 104 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 7,107 | 4,969 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Lake Gardens | Lake Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 2 |
| Government | 2 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 983 | 1,081 |
See the full school list on each profile: Lake Gardens · Lake Wendouree
Transport
| Lake Gardens | Lake Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 87 | 59 |
| Train stations | 1 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 6 | 20 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 820 m | 1.6 km |
Liveability
| Lake Gardens | Lake Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 24.0°C | 24.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 10.2°C | 10.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 690 | 690 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 6 |
| Parks | 9 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 77.5 km | 76.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 105.2 km | 103.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.9 km | 1.4 km |
Population & growth
| Lake Gardens | Lake Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,801 | 2,878 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,741 | 2,782 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,470 | 3,947 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.84% | -0.84% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Lake Gardens or Lake Wendouree?
Lake Wendouree has the higher residential safety score (Lake Gardens 45/100 vs Lake Wendouree 63/100).
Which is more affordable, Lake Gardens or Lake Wendouree?
Lake Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $722K versus $1.25M.
Which has better schools, Lake Gardens or Lake Wendouree?
Lake Wendouree has a higher average school ICSEA (Lake Gardens 983 vs Lake Wendouree 1081; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Lake Gardens or Lake Wendouree?
Lake Gardens has the higher transport score (Lake Gardens 87/100 vs Lake Wendouree 59/100).
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