Marion vs Oaklands Park
The verdict
Oaklands Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.01M versus $1.06M in Marion. Marion has a shorter estimated CBD commute (27 vs 28 min). On the separate residential safety score, Marion rates higher (72 vs 26/100 in Oaklands Park).
Scores
| Marion | Oaklands Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 82 | 82 |
| Transport | 93 | 95 |
| Education | 74 | 72 |
| Liveability | 77 | 77 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Marion | Oaklands Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,101 | 3,948 |
| Median age | 43 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,366 | $1,208 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 46.8% | 44.0% |
| Born in Australia | 68.1% | 63.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2 |
Growth: Marion Moderate Growth · Oaklands Park Moderate Growth
Property
| Marion | Oaklands Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.06M | $1.01M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -7.0% | 15.0% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $660 | $602 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.2% | 2.9% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Marion | Oaklands Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 72 | 26 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 268 | 608 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 73 | 304 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,950 | 31,180 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Marion | Oaklands Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,084 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Marion · Oaklands Park
Transport
| Marion | Oaklands Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 93 | 95 |
| Train stations | 1 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 21 | 22 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 27 | 28 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 840 m | 420 m |
Liveability
| Marion | Oaklands 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 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 5 |
| Parks | 7 | 7 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 26 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 2 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 3.8 km | 3.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 9.7 km | 10.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.8 km | 7.1 km |
Population & growth
| Marion | Oaklands Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,101 | 3,948 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,463 | 4,361 |
| Projected 2041 | 5,060 | 4,383 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.14% | 2.52% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Marion or Oaklands Park?
Marion has the higher residential safety score (Marion 72/100 vs Oaklands Park 26/100).
Which is more affordable, Marion or Oaklands Park?
Oaklands Park is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.01M versus $1.06M.
Which has better public transport, Marion or Oaklands Park?
Oaklands Park has the higher transport score (Marion 93/100 vs Oaklands Park 95/100).
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