Northmead vs Winston Hills
The verdict
Winston Hills is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.72M versus $1.76M in Northmead. Northmead rates higher for liveability (94 vs 83). Winston Hills rates higher for transport (72 vs 62). Northmead is closer to the coast (24.1 km vs 25.8 km). On the separate residential safety score, Winston Hills rates higher (90 vs 59/100 in Northmead).
Scores
| Northmead | Winston Hills | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 77 | 76 |
| Transport | 62 | 72 |
| Education | 75 | 74 |
| Liveability | 94 | 83 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Northmead | Winston Hills | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,261 | 12,123 |
| Median age | 39 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,924 | $2,309 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 51.1% | 49.3% |
| Born in Australia | 61.5% | 68.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.9 |
Growth: Northmead Moderate Growth · Winston Hills Stable
Property
| Northmead | Winston Hills | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.76M | $1.72M |
| Median unit price | $725K | $939K |
| House price YoY | 0.6% | 5.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $810 | $872 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.5% | 2.7% |
| Days on market (house) | 46 | 50 |
Median price history
Safety
| Northmead | Winston Hills | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 59 | 90 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 275 | 140 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 169 | 49 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 249 | 297 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,277 | 2,079 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Northmead | Winston Hills | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 3 |
| Government | 3 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,066 | 1,102 |
See the full school list on each profile: Northmead · Winston Hills
Transport
| Northmead | Winston Hills | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 62 | 72 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 41 | 82 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 78 | 82 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.4 km | 3.0 km |
Liveability
| Northmead | Winston Hills | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 950 | 950 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 3 | 3 |
| Parks | 10 | 23 |
| Playgrounds | 7 | 12 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 24.1 km | 25.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 21.9 km | 23.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.6 km | 1.7 km |
Population & growth
| Northmead | Winston Hills | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 11,261 | 12,123 |
| Estimated 2025 | 12,017 | 12,139 |
| Projected 2041 | 13,066 | 12,861 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.64% | 0.03% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Northmead or Winston Hills?
Winston Hills has the higher residential safety score (Northmead 59/100 vs Winston Hills 90/100).
Which is more affordable, Northmead or Winston Hills?
Winston Hills is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.72M versus $1.76M.
Which has better schools, Northmead or Winston Hills?
Winston Hills has a higher average school ICSEA (Northmead 1066 vs Winston Hills 1102; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Northmead or Winston Hills?
Winston Hills has the higher transport score (Northmead 62/100 vs Winston Hills 72/100).
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