Monterey vs Ramsgate
The verdict
Ramsgate is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.17M versus $2.47M in Monterey. Monterey rates higher for liveability (100 vs 93). Monterey has a shorter estimated CBD commute (49 vs 53 min). On the separate residential safety score, Monterey rates higher (91 vs 66/100 in Ramsgate).
Scores
| Monterey | Ramsgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 85 | 80 |
| Transport | 81 | 78 |
| Education | 71 | 68 |
| Liveability | 100 | 93 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Monterey | Ramsgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,619 | 1,151 |
| Median age | 44 | 47 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,785 | $1,803 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 44.8% | 41.1% |
| Born in Australia | 57.0% | 61.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.5 |
Growth: Monterey Moderate Growth · Ramsgate Moderate Growth
Property
| Monterey | Ramsgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.47M | $2.17M |
| Median unit price | $895K | $820K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $800 | $800 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 28 | 44 |
Median price history
Safety
| Monterey | Ramsgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 91 | 66 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 108 | 174 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 108 | 434 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 325 | 174 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,382 | 4,605 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Monterey | Ramsgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 0 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Monterey · Ramsgate
Transport
| Monterey | Ramsgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 81 | 78 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 31 | 12 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 49 | 53 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.8 km | 2.2 km |
Liveability
| Monterey | Ramsgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,090 | 1,090 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 3 | 0 |
| Parks | 3 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 4 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 390 m | 770 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 12.3 km | 13.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.6 km | 1.6 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.4 km | 1.8 km |
Population & growth
| Monterey | Ramsgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,619 | 1,151 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,533 | 1,179 |
| Projected 2041 | 5,191 | 1,279 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.47% | 0.60% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Monterey or Ramsgate?
Monterey has the higher residential safety score (Monterey 91/100 vs Ramsgate 66/100).
Which is more affordable, Monterey or Ramsgate?
Ramsgate is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.17M versus $2.47M.
Which has better public transport, Monterey or Ramsgate?
Monterey has the higher transport score (Monterey 81/100 vs Ramsgate 78/100).
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