Mathoura vs Moama
The verdict
Mathoura is more affordable, with a median house price of $306K versus $804K in Moama. Moama rates higher for education (45 vs 27). Moama is closer to the coast (203.2 km vs 224.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Moama rates higher (40 vs 30/100 in Mathoura).
Scores
| Mathoura | Moama | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 41 | 49 |
| Transport | 71 | 71 |
| Education | 27 | 45 |
| Liveability | 22 | 29 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Mathoura | Moama | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,002 | 7,213 |
| Median age | 51 | 49 |
| Median household income (wk) | $993 | $1,348 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 14.3% | 25.4% |
| Born in Australia | 81.7% | 85.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.4 |
Growth: Mathoura Stable · Moama High Growth
Property
| Mathoura | Moama | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $306K | $804K |
| Median unit price | $238K | $467K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 11.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $435 | $605 |
| Rental yield (house) | 8.4% | 3.8% |
| Days on market (house) | 40 | 56 |
Median price history
Safety
| Mathoura | Moama | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 30 | 40 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 399 | 402 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 100 | 388 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 898 | 319 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,589 | 5,282 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Mathoura | Moama | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 3 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 943 | 981 |
Transport
| Mathoura | Moama | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 71 | 71 |
| Train stations | 1 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.7 km | 11.9 km |
Liveability
| Mathoura | Moama | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 31.0°C | 31.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.0°C | 13.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 700 | 700 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 2 |
| Parks | 2 | 7 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 7 | 6 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 224.7 km | 203.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 617.6 km | 634.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 32.9 km | 14.6 km |
Population & growth
| Mathoura | Moama | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,002 | 7,213 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,032 | 8,405 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,032 | 11,045 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.74% | 3.90% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Mathoura or Moama?
Moama has the higher residential safety score (Mathoura 30/100 vs Moama 40/100).
Which is more affordable, Mathoura or Moama?
Mathoura is more affordable, with a median house price of $306K versus $804K.
Which has better schools, Mathoura or Moama?
Moama has a higher average school ICSEA (Mathoura 943 vs Moama 981; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Mathoura or Moama?
Mathoura and Moama have similar transport scores.
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