Olinda vs Sassafras
The verdict
Sassafras is more affordable, with a median house price of $910K versus $920K in Olinda. Sassafras rates higher for transport (44 vs 23). Sassafras is closer to the coast (28.3 km vs 31.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Sassafras rates higher (93 vs 86/100 in Olinda).
Scores
| Olinda | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 43 | 55 |
| Transport | 23 | 44 |
| Education | 69 | 72 |
| Liveability | 42 | 50 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Olinda | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,773 | 970 |
| Median age | 45 | 47 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,995 | $2,147 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 47.6% | 50.4% |
| Born in Australia | 76.7% | 76.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.6 |
Growth: Olinda Moderate Growth · Sassafras Moderate Growth
Property
| Olinda | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $920K | $910K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -16.6% | -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
| Olinda | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 86 | 93 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 338 | 206 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 56 | Data not available |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,046 | 2,062 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Olinda | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 964 | 1,045 |
See the full school list on each profile: Olinda · Sassafras
Transport
| Olinda | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 23 | 44 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 18 | 12 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 123 | 115 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 6.6 km | 4.6 km |
Liveability
| Olinda | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 14 | 7 |
| Parks | 5 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 4 | 15 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 31.2 km | 28.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 36.8 km | 34.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 7.7 km | 4.9 km |
Population & growth
| Olinda | Sassafras | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,773 | 970 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,740 | 952 |
| Projected 2041 | 2,057 | 1,125 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.47% | -0.47% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Olinda or Sassafras?
Sassafras has the higher residential safety score (Olinda 86/100 vs Sassafras 93/100).
Which is more affordable, Olinda or Sassafras?
Sassafras is more affordable, with a median house price of $910K versus $920K.
Which has better schools, Olinda or Sassafras?
Sassafras has a higher average school ICSEA (Olinda 964 vs Sassafras 1045; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Olinda or Sassafras?
Sassafras has the higher transport score (Olinda 23/100 vs Sassafras 44/100).
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