Macclesfield vs Monbulk
The verdict
Monbulk rates higher for transport (22 vs 0). Monbulk is closer to the coast (33.6 km vs 37.6 km).
Scores
MacclesfieldMonbulk
| Macclesfield | Monbulk | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 33 | 43 |
| Transport | 0 | 22 |
| Education | 60 | 59 |
| Liveability | 43 | 49 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Macclesfield | Monbulk | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 878 | 3,651 |
| Median age | 49 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,267 | $1,722 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 35.4% | 32.2% |
| Born in Australia | 82.8% | 80.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.7 |
Growth: Macclesfield Moderate Growth · Monbulk Moderate Growth
Property
| Macclesfield | Monbulk | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | $780K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | -1.6% |
| 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
| Macclesfield | Monbulk | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 98 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 228 | 219 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 114 | 110 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | 247 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,595 | 2,849 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Macclesfield | Monbulk | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 4 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,017 | 1,041 |
See the full school list on each profile: Macclesfield · Monbulk
Transport
| Macclesfield | Monbulk | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 0 | 22 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 16 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 126 | 113 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 12.3 km | 7.5 km |
Liveability
| Macclesfield | Monbulk | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 2 |
| Parks | 0 | 7 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 29 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 37.6 km | 33.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 46.7 km | 41.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 15.6 km | 10.4 km |
Population & growth
| Macclesfield | Monbulk | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 878 | 3,651 |
| Estimated 2025 | 875 | 3,639 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,019 | 4,236 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.09% | -0.08% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Macclesfield or Monbulk?
Monbulk has the higher residential safety score (Macclesfield 98/100 vs Monbulk 100/100).
Which has better schools, Macclesfield or Monbulk?
Monbulk has a higher average school ICSEA (Macclesfield 1017 vs Monbulk 1041; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Macclesfield or Monbulk?
Monbulk has the higher transport score (Macclesfield 0/100 vs Monbulk 22/100).
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