Oakleigh East vs Oakleigh
The verdict
Oakleigh East is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.15M versus $1.40M in Oakleigh. Oakleigh rates higher for transport (99 vs 79). Oakleigh is closer to the coast (9.6 km vs 10.6 km). On the separate residential safety score, Oakleigh East rates higher (86 vs 33/100 in Oakleigh).
Scores
| Oakleigh East | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 87 | 96 |
| Transport | 79 | 99 |
| Education | 87 | 89 |
| Liveability | 95 | 98 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Oakleigh East | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,804 | 8,442 |
| Median age | 35 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,951 | $1,926 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 59.1% | 58.6% |
| Born in Australia | 49.4% | 57.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.5 |
Growth: Oakleigh East Moderate Growth · Oakleigh Moderate Growth
Property
| Oakleigh East | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.15M | $1.40M |
| Median unit price | $897K | $575K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 6.0% |
| 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
| Oakleigh East | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 86 | 33 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 353 | 687 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 220 | 1,149 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 118 | 391 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,425 | 16,525 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Oakleigh East | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 3 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,088 | 1,108 |
See the full school list on each profile: Oakleigh East · Oakleigh
Transport
| Oakleigh East | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 79 | 99 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 30 | 57 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 62 | 38 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.4 km | 650 m |
Liveability
| Oakleigh East | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 6 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 3 | 55 |
| Parks | 12 | 14 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 6 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 7 |
| Medical GPs | 3 | 7 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 10.6 km | 9.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 16.7 km | 15.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | 9.6 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.7 km | 5.5 km |
Population & growth
| Oakleigh East | Oakleigh | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,804 | 8,442 |
| Estimated 2025 | 7,440 | 9,231 |
| Projected 2041 | 8,751 | 10,857 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.26% | 2.26% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Oakleigh East or Oakleigh?
Oakleigh East has the higher residential safety score (Oakleigh East 86/100 vs Oakleigh 33/100).
Which is more affordable, Oakleigh East or Oakleigh?
Oakleigh East is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.15M versus $1.40M.
Which has better schools, Oakleigh East or Oakleigh?
Oakleigh has a higher average school ICSEA (Oakleigh East 1088 vs Oakleigh 1108; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Oakleigh East or Oakleigh?
Oakleigh has the higher transport score (Oakleigh East 79/100 vs Oakleigh 99/100).
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