Leycester vs Rock Valley
The verdict
Rock Valley is more affordable, with a median house price of $710K versus $775K in Leycester. Rock Valley rates higher for education (48 vs 42). Leycester is closer to the coast (38.2 km vs 42.1 km).
Scores
LeycesterRock Valley
| Leycester | Rock Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 18 | 20 |
| Transport | 0 | 0 |
| Education | 42 | 48 |
| Liveability | 16 | 16 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Leycester | Rock Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 146 | 266 |
| Median age | 46 | 53 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,600 | $1,346 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 31.3% | 36.6% |
| Born in Australia | 82.2% | 78.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.4 |
Growth: Leycester Stable · Rock Valley Stable
Property
| Leycester | Rock Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $775K | $710K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $620 | $620 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | 23 |
Median price history
Safety
| Leycester | Rock Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | — | — |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 0 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 0 | 0 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 685 | 0 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,370 | 1,880 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Leycester | Rock Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 0 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Leycester · Rock Valley
Transport
| Leycester | Rock Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 0 | 0 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 9.9 km | 13.8 km |
Liveability
| Leycester | Rock Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.0°C | 30.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 20.5°C | 20.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 0 | 0 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 38.2 km | 42.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 597.2 km | 601.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 11.9 km | 15.4 km |
Population & growth
| Leycester | Rock Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 146 | 266 |
| Estimated 2025 | 150 | 273 |
| Projected 2041 | 155 | 282 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.68% | 0.65% |
Common questions
Which is more affordable, Leycester or Rock Valley?
Rock Valley is more affordable, with a median house price of $710K versus $775K.
Which has better public transport, Leycester or Rock Valley?
Leycester and Rock Valley have similar transport scores.
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