Rushworth vs Stanhope
The verdict
Stanhope is more affordable, with a median house price of $239K versus $360K in Rushworth. Rushworth rates higher for liveability (28 vs 14). Rushworth is closer to the coast (139.1 km vs 152.3 km). On the separate residential safety score, Rushworth rates higher (81 vs 47/100 in Stanhope).
Scores
| Rushworth | Stanhope | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 20 | 16 |
| Transport | 5 | 9 |
| Education | 27 | 27 |
| Liveability | 28 | 14 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Rushworth | Stanhope | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,411 | 826 |
| Median age | 56 | 49 |
| Median household income (wk) | $850 | $1,125 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 13.2% | 20.0% |
| Born in Australia | 77.3% | 86.0% |
| Avg household size | 2 | 2.2 |
Growth: Rushworth Stable · Stanhope Stable
Property
| Rushworth | Stanhope | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $360K | $239K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 23.4% | 57.7% |
| 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
| Rushworth | Stanhope | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 81 | 47 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 213 | 605 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 283 | 484 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 354 | 363 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,189 | 4,843 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Rushworth | Stanhope | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 940 | 927 |
See the full school list on each profile: Rushworth · Stanhope
Transport
| Rushworth | Stanhope | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 5 | 9 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 2 | 2 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 21.6 km | 27.8 km |
Liveability
| Rushworth | Stanhope | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.5°C | 30.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.6°C | 13.6°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 470 | 470 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 3 | 0 |
| Parks | 11 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 139.1 km | 152.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 136.9 km | 150.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 43.5 km | 39.5 km |
Population & growth
| Rushworth | Stanhope | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,411 | 826 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,425 | 834 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,524 | 892 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.25% | 0.24% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Rushworth or Stanhope?
Rushworth has the higher residential safety score (Rushworth 81/100 vs Stanhope 47/100).
Which is more affordable, Rushworth or Stanhope?
Stanhope is more affordable, with a median house price of $239K versus $360K.
Which has better schools, Rushworth or Stanhope?
Rushworth has a higher average school ICSEA (Rushworth 940 vs Stanhope 927; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Rushworth or Stanhope?
Stanhope has the higher transport score (Rushworth 5/100 vs Stanhope 9/100).
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