Rosanna vs Viewbank
The verdict
Viewbank is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.21M versus $1.26M in Rosanna. Rosanna rates higher for transport (99 vs 61). Rosanna is closer to the coast (15.9 km vs 17.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Rosanna rates higher (90 vs 84/100 in Viewbank).
Scores
| Rosanna | Viewbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 93 | 78 |
| Transport | 99 | 61 |
| Education | 89 | 86 |
| Liveability | 91 | 87 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Rosanna | Viewbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,616 | 7,030 |
| Median age | 41 | 43 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,213 | $2,062 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 63.8% | 57.8% |
| Born in Australia | 71.5% | 67.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.8 |
Growth: Rosanna Moderate Growth · Viewbank Moderate Growth
Property
| Rosanna | Viewbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.26M | $1.21M |
| Median unit price | $841K | $715K |
| House price YoY | -19.8% | -1.2% |
| 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
| Rosanna | Viewbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 90 | 84 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 348 | 370 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 186 | 100 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 81 | 156 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,832 | 1,508 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Rosanna | Viewbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 5 | 2 |
| Government | 4 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,127 | 1,124 |
See the full school list on each profile: Rosanna · Viewbank
Transport
| Rosanna | Viewbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 99 | 61 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 43 | 23 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 33 | 54 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 480 m | 2.4 km |
Liveability
| Rosanna | Viewbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 11 | 1 |
| Parks | 10 | 10 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 8 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 15.9 km | 17.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 12.5 km | 14.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.1 km | 3.6 km |
Population & growth
| Rosanna | Viewbank | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 8,616 | 7,030 |
| Estimated 2025 | 9,000 | 7,068 |
| Projected 2041 | 10,641 | 8,682 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.10% | 0.13% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Rosanna or Viewbank?
Rosanna has the higher residential safety score (Rosanna 90/100 vs Viewbank 84/100).
Which is more affordable, Rosanna or Viewbank?
Viewbank is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.21M versus $1.26M.
Which has better schools, Rosanna or Viewbank?
Rosanna has a higher average school ICSEA (Rosanna 1127 vs Viewbank 1124; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Rosanna or Viewbank?
Rosanna has the higher transport score (Rosanna 99/100 vs Viewbank 61/100).
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