Run-o-Waters vs Yarra
The verdict
Yarra is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.07M versus $1.51M in Run-o-Waters. Run-o-Waters rates higher for transport (46 vs 0). Run-o-Waters is closer to the coast (88.4 km vs 91.9 km).
Scores
Run-o-WatersYarra
| Run-o-Waters | Yarra | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 39 | 17 |
| Transport | 46 | 0 |
| Education | 44 | 30 |
| Liveability | 27 | 22 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Run-o-Waters | Yarra | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 605 | 138 |
| Median age | 46 | 47 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,229 | $2,094 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 29.0% | 16.5% |
| Born in Australia | 81.2% | 91.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 2.7 |
Growth: Run-o-Waters Moderate Growth · Yarra Moderate Growth
Property
| Run-o-Waters | Yarra | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.51M | $1.07M |
| Median unit price | $770K | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $500 | $500 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 30 | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Run-o-Waters | Yarra | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | — |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 0 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 165 | 725 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 0 | 0 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 661 | 7,246 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Run-o-Waters | Yarra | |
|---|---|---|
| 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: Run-o-Waters · Yarra
Transport
| Run-o-Waters | Yarra | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 46 | 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) | 2.1 km | 9.3 km |
Liveability
| Run-o-Waters | Yarra | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.0°C | 27.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 11.5°C | 11.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 650 | 650 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 0 | 0 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 88.4 km | 91.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 172.6 km | 180.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.4 km | 12.4 km |
Population & growth
| Run-o-Waters | Yarra | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 605 | 138 |
| Estimated 2025 | 628 | 144 |
| Projected 2041 | 718 | 156 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.94% | 1.07% |
Common questions
Which is more affordable, Run-o-Waters or Yarra?
Yarra is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.07M versus $1.51M.
Which has better public transport, Run-o-Waters or Yarra?
Run-o-Waters has the higher transport score (Run-o-Waters 46/100 vs Yarra 0/100).
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