Lake Wendouree vs Wendouree
The verdict
Wendouree is more affordable, with a median house price of $468K versus $1.25M in Lake Wendouree. Lake Wendouree rates higher for education (71 vs 44). Wendouree rates higher for transport (64 vs 59). Lake Wendouree is closer to the coast (76.1 km vs 78.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, Lake Wendouree rates higher (63 vs 32/100 in Wendouree).
Scores
| Lake Wendouree | Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 73 | 61 |
| Transport | 59 | 64 |
| Education | 71 | 44 |
| Liveability | 90 | 73 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Lake Wendouree | Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,878 | 10,376 |
| Median age | 53 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,953 | $990 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 54.9% | 21.1% |
| Born in Australia | 82.1% | 82.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.1 |
Growth: Lake Wendouree High Growth · Wendouree High Growth
Property
| Lake Wendouree | Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.25M | $468K |
| Median unit price | $510K | $361K |
| House price YoY | -33.5% | -11.2% |
| 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 Wendouree | Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 63 | 32 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 591 | 713 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 382 | 887 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 104 | 790 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,969 | 13,126 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Lake Wendouree | Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 9 |
| Government | 1 | 7 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,081 | 959 |
See the full school list on each profile: Lake Wendouree · Wendouree
Transport
| Lake Wendouree | Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 59 | 64 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 20 | 90 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.6 km | 1.2 km |
Liveability
| Lake Wendouree | 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 | 4 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 6 | 5 |
| Parks | 5 | 21 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 19 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 76.1 km | 78.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 103.6 km | 104.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.4 km | 3.4 km |
Population & growth
| Lake Wendouree | Wendouree | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,878 | 10,376 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,782 | 10,536 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,947 | 14,229 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.84% | 0.38% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Lake Wendouree or Wendouree?
Lake Wendouree has the higher residential safety score (Lake Wendouree 63/100 vs Wendouree 32/100).
Which is more affordable, Lake Wendouree or Wendouree?
Wendouree is more affordable, with a median house price of $468K versus $1.25M.
Which has better schools, Lake Wendouree or Wendouree?
Lake Wendouree has a higher average school ICSEA (Lake Wendouree 1081 vs Wendouree 959; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Lake Wendouree or Wendouree?
Wendouree has the higher transport score (Lake Wendouree 59/100 vs Wendouree 64/100).
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