Northgate vs Oakden
The verdict
Oakden is more affordable, with a median house price of $932K versus $1.10M in Northgate. Northgate rates higher for transport (70 vs 50). Northgate has a shorter estimated CBD commute (39 vs 40 min).
Scores
| Northgate | Oakden | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 75 | 66 |
| Transport | 70 | 50 |
| Education | 75 | 69 |
| Liveability | 79 | 80 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Northgate | Oakden | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,184 | 3,583 |
| Median age | 38 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,207 | $1,462 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 54.3% | 47.3% |
| Born in Australia | 62.8% | 62.8% |
| Avg household size | 3 | 2.4 |
Growth: Northgate — · Oakden —
Property
| Northgate | Oakden | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.10M | $932K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 28.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $670 | $650 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 3.3% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Northgate | Oakden | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 63 | 60 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 251 | 251 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 251 | 279 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,235 | 4,382 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Northgate | Oakden | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 1 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,086 | 1,044 |
See the full school list on each profile: Northgate · Oakden
Transport
| Northgate | Oakden | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 70 | 50 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 12 | 15 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 39 | 40 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.6 km | 5.6 km |
Liveability
| Northgate | Oakden | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 1 |
| Parks | 8 | 7 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 4 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 4 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 8.3 km | 9.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 8.9 km | 9.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 7.2 km | 7.6 km |
Population & growth
| Northgate | Oakden | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,184 | 3,583 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,417 | 3,845 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 1.78% | 1.78% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Northgate or Oakden?
Northgate has the higher residential safety score (Northgate 63/100 vs Oakden 60/100).
Which is more affordable, Northgate or Oakden?
Oakden is more affordable, with a median house price of $932K versus $1.10M.
Which has better schools, Northgate or Oakden?
Northgate has a higher average school ICSEA (Northgate 1086 vs Oakden 1044; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Northgate or Oakden?
Northgate has the higher transport score (Northgate 70/100 vs Oakden 50/100).
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