Minchinbury vs Mount Druitt
The verdict
Mount Druitt is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.09M versus $1.25M in Minchinbury. Mount Druitt rates higher for transport (93 vs 63). Minchinbury is closer to the coast (35.8 km vs 38.0 km). On the separate residential safety score, Minchinbury rates higher (62 vs 38/100 in Mount Druitt).
Scores
| Minchinbury | Mount Druitt | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 67 | 81 |
| Transport | 63 | 93 |
| Education | 50 | 55 |
| Liveability | 86 | 90 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Minchinbury | Mount Druitt | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,778 | 16,986 |
| Median age | 35 | 33 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,208 | $1,478 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 36.1% | 42.0% |
| Born in Australia | 58.7% | 40.6% |
| Avg household size | 3.3 | 3.1 |
Growth: Minchinbury Stable · Mount Druitt Moderate Growth
Property
| Minchinbury | Mount Druitt | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.25M | $1.09M |
| Median unit price | $825K | $458K |
| House price YoY | -0.2% | 33.8% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $550 | $550 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.3% | 2.2% |
| Days on market (house) | 44 | 53 |
Median price history
Safety
| Minchinbury | Mount Druitt | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 62 | 38 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 87 | 200 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 398 | 247 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 588 | 983 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 7,148 | 15,171 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Minchinbury | Mount Druitt | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 9 |
| Government | 1 | 3 |
| Independent | 0 | 4 |
| Average ICSEA | 975 | 987 |
See the full school list on each profile: Minchinbury · Mount Druitt
Transport
| Minchinbury | Mount Druitt | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 63 | 93 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 53 | 90 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 100 | 84 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.2 km | 380 m |
Liveability
| Minchinbury | Mount Druitt | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.2°C | 30.2°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.6°C | 17.6°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 730 | 730 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 8 |
| Parks | 13 | 27 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 12 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 9 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 35.8 km | 38.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 36.1 km | 38.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.4 km | 1.3 km |
Population & growth
| Minchinbury | Mount Druitt | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,778 | 16,986 |
| Estimated 2025 | 5,837 | 17,862 |
| Projected 2041 | 6,329 | 19,686 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.25% | 1.27% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Minchinbury or Mount Druitt?
Minchinbury has the higher residential safety score (Minchinbury 62/100 vs Mount Druitt 38/100).
Which is more affordable, Minchinbury or Mount Druitt?
Mount Druitt is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.09M versus $1.25M.
Which has better schools, Minchinbury or Mount Druitt?
Mount Druitt has a higher average school ICSEA (Minchinbury 975 vs Mount Druitt 987; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Minchinbury or Mount Druitt?
Mount Druitt has the higher transport score (Minchinbury 63/100 vs Mount Druitt 93/100).
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