Riverbend vs South Maclean
The verdict
Riverbend rates higher for liveability (43 vs 33). South Maclean rates higher for transport (17 vs 0). South Maclean is closer to the coast (34.0 km vs 35.3 km).
Scores
RiverbendSouth Maclean
| Riverbend | South Maclean | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 27 | 29 |
| Transport | 0 | 17 |
| Education | 39 | 39 |
| Liveability | 43 | 33 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Riverbend | South Maclean | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 661 | 2,232 |
| Median age | 36 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,353 | $2,061 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 20.9% | 18.6% |
| Born in Australia | 75.2% | 78.9% |
| Avg household size | 3.2 | 3.1 |
Growth: Riverbend — · South Maclean —
Property
| Riverbend | South Maclean | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | $630 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Riverbend | South Maclean | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 56 | 57 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 1,059 | 1,030 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 605 | 582 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 7,994 | 7,994 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Riverbend | South Maclean | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 0 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Riverbend · South Maclean
Transport
| Riverbend | South Maclean | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 0 | 17 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 4 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 132 | 121 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 18.5 km | 16.0 km |
Liveability
| Riverbend | South Maclean | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.3°C | 29.3°C |
| Winter max temp | 21.5°C | 21.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,150 | 1,150 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 3 | 8 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 35.3 km | 34.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 40.0 km | 36.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 18.0 km | 20.2 km |
Population & growth
| Riverbend | South Maclean | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 661 | 2,232 |
| Estimated 2025 | 707 | 3,667 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 1.70% | 13.22% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Riverbend or South Maclean?
South Maclean has the higher residential safety score (Riverbend 56/100 vs South Maclean 57/100).
Which has better public transport, Riverbend or South Maclean?
South Maclean has the higher transport score (Riverbend 0/100 vs South Maclean 17/100).
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