Macleay Island vs Russell Island
The verdict
Macleay Island rates higher for education (39 vs 29). Macleay Island has a shorter estimated CBD commute (101 vs 115 min).
Scores
Macleay IslandRussell Island
| Macleay Island | Russell Island | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 39 | 35 |
| Transport | 35 | 35 |
| Education | 39 | 29 |
| Liveability | 43 | 41 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Macleay Island | Russell Island | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,193 | 3,698 |
| Median age | 62 | 59 |
| Median household income (wk) | $755 | $756 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 19.6% | 16.4% |
| Born in Australia | 66.3% | 65.7% |
| Avg household size | 1.9 | 1.9 |
Growth: Macleay Island — · Russell Island —
Property
| Macleay Island | Russell Island | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $490 | $475 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Macleay Island | Russell Island | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 313 | 324 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 157 | 162 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,239 | 4,239 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Macleay Island | Russell Island | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 947 | 927 |
See the full school list on each profile: Macleay Island · Russell Island
Transport
| Macleay Island | Russell Island | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 35 | 35 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 1 | 1 |
| CBD commute (min) | 101 | 115 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 13.3 km | 17.2 km |
Liveability
| Macleay Island | Russell Island | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.3°C | 29.3°C |
| Winter max temp | 21.5°C | 21.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,150 | 1,150 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 3 | 3 |
| Parks | 8 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 50 m | 460 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 36.5 km | 41.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 1.4 km | 8.8 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 13.2 km | 19.6 km |
Population & growth
| Macleay Island | Russell Island | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,193 | 3,698 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,898 | 4,514 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 5.11% | 5.11% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Macleay Island or Russell Island?
Macleay Island and Russell Island have similar residential safety scores (100 and 100/100).
Which has better schools, Macleay Island or Russell Island?
Macleay Island has a higher average school ICSEA (Macleay Island 947 vs Russell Island 927; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Macleay Island or Russell Island?
Macleay Island and Russell Island have similar transport scores.
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