Lysterfield vs Upper Ferntree Gully
The verdict
Upper Ferntree Gully is more affordable, with a median house price of $859K versus $1.24M in Lysterfield. Upper Ferntree Gully rates higher for transport (93 vs 41). Lysterfield is closer to the coast (20.5 km vs 23.3 km). On the separate residential safety score, Lysterfield rates higher (100 vs 91/100 in Upper Ferntree Gully).
Scores
| Lysterfield | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 52 | 81 |
| Transport | 41 | 93 |
| Education | 65 | 65 |
| Liveability | 52 | 84 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Lysterfield | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,681 | 3,417 |
| Median age | 41 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,754 | $2,039 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 43.0% | 39.5% |
| Born in Australia | 75.1% | 77.2% |
| Avg household size | 3.2 | 2.6 |
Growth: Lysterfield Moderate Growth · Upper Ferntree Gully Moderate Growth
Property
| Lysterfield | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.24M | $859K |
| Median unit price | $803K | $576K |
| House price YoY | -7.4% | -10.2% |
| 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
| Lysterfield | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 91 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 269 | 205 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 90 | 351 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 150 | 176 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,335 | 5,736 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Lysterfield | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,065 | 1,037 |
See the full school list on each profile: Lysterfield · Upper Ferntree Gully
Transport
| Lysterfield | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 41 | 93 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 25 | 13 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 110 | 72 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.4 km | 600 m |
Liveability
| Lysterfield | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 9 |
| Parks | 32 | 8 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 338 | 13 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 5 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 20.5 km | 23.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 32.6 km | 31.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.2 km | 400 m |
Population & growth
| Lysterfield | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,681 | 3,417 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,649 | 3,457 |
| Projected 2041 | 7,654 | 3,914 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.12% | 0.29% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Lysterfield or Upper Ferntree Gully?
Lysterfield has the higher residential safety score (Lysterfield 100/100 vs Upper Ferntree Gully 91/100).
Which is more affordable, Lysterfield or Upper Ferntree Gully?
Upper Ferntree Gully is more affordable, with a median house price of $859K versus $1.24M.
Which has better schools, Lysterfield or Upper Ferntree Gully?
Lysterfield has a higher average school ICSEA (Lysterfield 1065 vs Upper Ferntree Gully 1037; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Lysterfield or Upper Ferntree Gully?
Upper Ferntree Gully has the higher transport score (Lysterfield 41/100 vs Upper Ferntree Gully 93/100).
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