North Wonthaggi vs Wonthaggi
The verdict
Wonthaggi is more affordable, with a median house price of $553K versus $625K in North Wonthaggi. Wonthaggi rates higher for liveability (63 vs 50). Wonthaggi is closer to the coast (4.0 km vs 6.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, North Wonthaggi rates higher (66 vs 61/100 in Wonthaggi).
Scores
| North Wonthaggi | Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 37 | 41 |
| Transport | 21 | 21 |
| Education | 40 | 40 |
| Liveability | 50 | 63 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| North Wonthaggi | Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,475 | 5,215 |
| Median age | 42 | 55 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,162 | $852 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 20.6% | 21.9% |
| Born in Australia | 81.1% | 77.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2 |
Growth: North Wonthaggi High Growth · Wonthaggi High Growth
Property
| North Wonthaggi | Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $625K | $553K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $424K |
| House price YoY | 0.0% | -7.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| North Wonthaggi | Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 66 | 61 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 259 | 422 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 58 | 192 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 950 | 805 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,029 | 11,793 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| North Wonthaggi | Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 7 |
| Government | 0 | 6 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 976 |
See the full school list on each profile: North Wonthaggi · Wonthaggi
Transport
| North Wonthaggi | Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 21 | 21 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 7 | 30 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 39.8 km | 42.1 km |
Liveability
| North Wonthaggi | Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 4 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 13 |
| Parks | 4 | 13 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 10 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 2 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 4 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 6.1 km | 4.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 101.5 km | 104.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 6.1 km | 4.0 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.4 km | 1.3 km |
Population & growth
| North Wonthaggi | Wonthaggi | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,475 | 5,215 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,811 | 5,720 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,664 | 6,999 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.33% | 2.34% |
Common questions
Which is safer, North Wonthaggi or Wonthaggi?
North Wonthaggi has the higher residential safety score (North Wonthaggi 66/100 vs Wonthaggi 61/100).
Which is more affordable, North Wonthaggi or Wonthaggi?
Wonthaggi is more affordable, with a median house price of $553K versus $625K.
Which has better public transport, North Wonthaggi or Wonthaggi?
North Wonthaggi and Wonthaggi have similar transport scores.
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