Marden vs Royston Park
The verdict
Marden is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.46M versus $1.71M in Royston Park. Marden rates higher for transport (72 vs 63). Royston Park has a shorter estimated CBD commute (25 vs 27 min). On the separate residential safety score, Marden rates higher (62 vs 42/100 in Royston Park).
Scores
| Marden | Royston Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 78 | 76 |
| Transport | 72 | 63 |
| Education | 82 | 85 |
| Liveability | 80 | 81 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Marden | Royston Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,645 | 1,246 |
| Median age | 36 | 45 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,518 | $2,105 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 58.8% | 64.7% |
| Born in Australia | 58.6% | 76.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.1 | 2.6 |
Growth: Marden Stable · Royston Park Stable
Property
| Marden | Royston Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.46M | $1.71M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | -24.9% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $675 | $702 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 2.2% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Marden | Royston Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 62 | 42 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 302 | 401 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 76 | Data not available |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,142 | 2,568 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Marden | Royston Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 0 |
| Government | 2 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,047 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Marden · Royston Park
Transport
| Marden | Royston Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 72 | 63 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 12 | 4 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 27 | 25 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.9 km | 3.2 km |
Liveability
| Marden | Royston Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 1 |
| Parks | 5 | 3 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 11.9 km | 12.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 5.1 km | 4.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.8 km | 3.1 km |
Population & growth
| Marden | Royston Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,645 | 1,246 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,809 | 1,323 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,770 | 1,305 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.52% | 1.51% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Marden or Royston Park?
Marden has the higher residential safety score (Marden 62/100 vs Royston Park 42/100).
Which is more affordable, Marden or Royston Park?
Marden is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.46M versus $1.71M.
Which has better public transport, Marden or Royston Park?
Marden has the higher transport score (Marden 72/100 vs Royston Park 63/100).
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