Maidstone vs West Footscray
The verdict
Maidstone is more affordable, with a median house price of $874K versus $938K in West Footscray. West Footscray rates higher for transport (99 vs 91). West Footscray is closer to the coast (5.2 km vs 6.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, West Footscray rates higher (73 vs 53/100 in Maidstone).
Scores
| Maidstone | West Footscray | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 88 | 92 |
| Transport | 91 | 99 |
| Education | 79 | 82 |
| Liveability | 92 | 93 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Maidstone | West Footscray | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,389 | 11,729 |
| Median age | 34 | 35 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,916 | $1,989 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 55.5% | 58.8% |
| Born in Australia | 49.9% | 61.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.4 |
Growth: Maidstone High Growth · West Footscray High Growth
Property
| Maidstone | West Footscray | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $874K | $938K |
| Median unit price | $605K | $531K |
| House price YoY | -3.9% | -17.5% |
| 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
| Maidstone | West Footscray | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 53 | 73 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 490 | 375 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 692 | 418 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 330 | 171 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 7,338 | 5,832 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Maidstone | West Footscray | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,104 |
See the full school list on each profile: Maidstone · West Footscray
Transport
| Maidstone | West Footscray | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 91 | 99 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 40 | 53 |
| Light rail stops | 1 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 38 | 24 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.0 km | 710 m |
Liveability
| Maidstone | West Footscray | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 | 9 |
| Parks | 16 | 12 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 9 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 7 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 6.8 km | 5.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 8.6 km | 8.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 7.4 km | 5.9 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.5 km | 2.5 km |
Population & growth
| Maidstone | West Footscray | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 9,389 | 11,729 |
| Estimated 2025 | 10,144 | 12,841 |
| Projected 2041 | 15,044 | 18,794 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.95% | 2.29% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Maidstone or West Footscray?
West Footscray has the higher residential safety score (Maidstone 53/100 vs West Footscray 73/100).
Which is more affordable, Maidstone or West Footscray?
Maidstone is more affordable, with a median house price of $874K versus $938K.
Which has better public transport, Maidstone or West Footscray?
West Footscray has the higher transport score (Maidstone 91/100 vs West Footscray 99/100).
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