Rose Valley (Kiama) vs Werri Beach
The verdict
Werri Beach is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.94M versus $4.70M in Rose Valley (Kiama). Werri Beach rates higher for liveability (49 vs 24). Werri Beach is closer to the coast (170 m vs 3.0 km).
Scores
Rose Valley (Kiama)Werri Beach
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Werri Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 41 | 55 |
| Transport | 35 | 46 |
| Education | 68 | 73 |
| Liveability | 24 | 49 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Werri Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 87 | 510 |
| Median age | 43 | 47 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,150 | $1,941 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 41.8% | 46.3% |
| Born in Australia | 89.7% | 82.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 2.5 |
Growth: Rose Valley (Kiama) Stable · Werri Beach Stable
Property
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Werri Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $4.70M | $2.94M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $780K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $850 | $850 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 25 | 42 |
Median price history
Safety
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Werri Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | — | 95 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | Data not available | 196 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | Data not available | 0 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | 0 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | Data not available | 980 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Werri Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| 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) · Werri Beach
Transport
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Werri Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 35 | 46 |
| 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 | 2.0 km |
Liveability
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Werri Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 3.0 km | 170 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 100.8 km | 101.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 3.0 km | 320 m |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 17.9 km | 19.4 km |
Population & growth
| Rose Valley (Kiama) | Werri Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 87 | 510 |
| Estimated 2025 | 87 | 511 |
| Projected 2041 | 90 | 526 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.00% | 0.05% |
Common questions
Which is more affordable, Rose Valley (Kiama) or Werri Beach?
Werri Beach is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.94M versus $4.70M.
Which has better public transport, Rose Valley (Kiama) or Werri Beach?
Werri Beach has the higher transport score (Rose Valley (Kiama) 35/100 vs Werri Beach 46/100).
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