Manly vs Queenscliff
The verdict
Manly is more affordable, with a median house price of $4.23M versus $5.10M in Queenscliff. Manly rates higher for transport (72 vs 57). Manly has a shorter estimated CBD commute (37 vs 49 min). On the separate residential safety score, Queenscliff rates higher (100 vs 71/100 in Manly).
Scores
| Manly | Queenscliff | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 88 | 84 |
| Transport | 72 | 57 |
| Education | 95 | 96 |
| Liveability | 98 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Manly | Queenscliff | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,296 | 3,407 |
| Median age | 38 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $3,164 | $2,903 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 68.8% | 65.1% |
| Born in Australia | 55.1% | 58.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.2 |
Growth: Manly Stable · Queenscliff Stable
Property
| Manly | Queenscliff | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $4.23M | $5.10M |
| Median unit price | $1.67M | $1.28M |
| House price YoY | -17.1% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,500 | $1,647 |
| Rental yield (house) | 1.8% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 49 | 26 |
Median price history
Safety
| Manly | Queenscliff | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 71 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 110 | 147 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 135 | 0 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 307 | 264 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 8,272 | 1,673 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Manly | Queenscliff | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 8 | 0 |
| Government | 2 | 0 |
| Independent | 4 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,127 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Manly · Queenscliff
Transport
| Manly | Queenscliff | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 72 | 57 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 72 | 19 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 3 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 37 | 49 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 8.6 km | 9.5 km |
Liveability
| Manly | Queenscliff | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.9°C | 25.9°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.0°C | 17.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,213 | 1,213 |
| Supermarkets | 4 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 85 | 1 |
| Parks | 15 | 3 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 110 | 22 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 500 m | 410 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 10.9 km | 12.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 380 m | 480 m |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 8.1 km | 6.0 km |
Population & growth
| Manly | Queenscliff | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 16,296 | 3,407 |
| Estimated 2025 | 17,613 | 3,619 |
| Projected 2041 | 17,075 | 3,522 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.96% | 1.52% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Manly or Queenscliff?
Queenscliff has the higher residential safety score (Manly 71/100 vs Queenscliff 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Manly or Queenscliff?
Manly is more affordable, with a median house price of $4.23M versus $5.10M.
Which has better public transport, Manly or Queenscliff?
Manly has the higher transport score (Manly 72/100 vs Queenscliff 57/100).
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