Rose Valley (Kiama) vs Saddleback Mountain
The verdict
Saddleback Mountain is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.94M versus $4.70M in Rose Valley (Kiama). Rose Valley (Kiama) rates higher for transport (35 vs 0). Rose Valley (Kiama) is closer to the coast (3.0 km vs 4.2 km).
Scores
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Saddleback Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 41 | 29 |
| Transport | 35 | 0 |
| Education | 68 | 71 |
| Liveability | 24 | 22 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Saddleback Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 87 | 67 |
| Median age | 43 | 59 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,150 | $1,916 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 41.8% | 45.5% |
| Born in Australia | 89.7% | 85.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 2.5 |
Growth: Rose Valley (Kiama) Stable · Saddleback Mountain Stable
Property
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Saddleback Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $4.70M | $1.94M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $850 | $800 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 25 | 0 |
Median price history
Safety
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Saddleback Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | — | — |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | Data not available | 2,985 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | Data not available | 0 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | 0 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | Data not available | 16,418 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Saddleback Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| 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: Rose Valley (Kiama) · Saddleback Mountain
Transport
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Saddleback Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 35 | 0 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.1 km | 5.3 km |
Liveability
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Saddleback Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.0°C | 17.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 0 | 1 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 3.0 km | 4.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 100.8 km | 99.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 3.0 km | 4.6 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 17.9 km | 15.9 km |
Population & growth
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Saddleback Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 87 | 67 |
| Estimated 2025 | 87 | 67 |
| Projected 2041 | 90 | 69 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Common questions
Which is more affordable, Rose Valley (Kiama) or Saddleback Mountain?
Saddleback Mountain is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.94M versus $4.70M.
Which has better public transport, Rose Valley (Kiama) or Saddleback Mountain?
Rose Valley (Kiama) has the higher transport score (Rose Valley (Kiama) 35/100 vs Saddleback Mountain 0/100).
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