McLeans Ridges vs Richmond Hill
The verdict
Richmond Hill is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.13M versus $1.44M in McLeans Ridges. Richmond Hill rates higher for transport (46 vs 35). McLeans Ridges is closer to the coast (19.9 km vs 23.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, McLeans Ridges rates higher (93 vs 67/100 in Richmond Hill).
Scores
| McLeans Ridges | Richmond Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 36 | 40 |
| Transport | 35 | 46 |
| Education | 61 | 58 |
| Liveability | 16 | 19 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| McLeans Ridges | Richmond Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 808 | 850 |
| Median age | 45 | 52 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,305 | $2,006 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 45.1% | 42.2% |
| Born in Australia | 85.5% | 86.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 2.6 |
Growth: McLeans Ridges Stable · Richmond Hill Stable
Property
| McLeans Ridges | Richmond Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.44M | $1.13M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $600 | $600 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | 30 |
Median price history
Safety
| McLeans Ridges | Richmond Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 93 | 67 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 0 | 235 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 248 | 235 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 248 | 235 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,104 | 2,353 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| McLeans Ridges | Richmond Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,038 |
See the full school list on each profile: McLeans Ridges · Richmond Hill
Transport
| McLeans Ridges | Richmond Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 35 | 46 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| 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) | 3.5 km | 2.5 km |
Liveability
| McLeans Ridges | Richmond Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.0°C | 30.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 20.5°C | 20.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 0 | 0 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 19.9 km | 23.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 602.2 km | 600.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 9.6 km | 5.8 km |
Population & growth
| McLeans Ridges | Richmond Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 808 | 850 |
| Estimated 2025 | 828 | 871 |
| Projected 2041 | 858 | 903 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.61% | 0.61% |
Common questions
Which is safer, McLeans Ridges or Richmond Hill?
McLeans Ridges has the higher residential safety score (McLeans Ridges 93/100 vs Richmond Hill 67/100).
Which is more affordable, McLeans Ridges or Richmond Hill?
Richmond Hill is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.13M versus $1.44M.
Which has better public transport, McLeans Ridges or Richmond Hill?
Richmond Hill has the higher transport score (McLeans Ridges 35/100 vs Richmond Hill 46/100).
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