Strathfield vs Strathfield South
The verdict
Strathfield South is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.32M versus $4.41M in Strathfield. Strathfield rates higher for transport (97 vs 72). Strathfield has a shorter estimated CBD commute (31 vs 49 min). On the separate residential safety score, Strathfield rates higher (56 vs 41/100 in Strathfield South).
Scores
| Strathfield | Strathfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 94 | 81 |
| Transport | 97 | 72 |
| Education | 83 | 79 |
| Liveability | 100 | 92 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Strathfield | Strathfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,915 | 3,636 |
| Median age | 32 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,262 | $2,045 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 61.9% | 57.5% |
| Born in Australia | 35.5% | 50.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.8 |
Growth: Strathfield Stable · Strathfield South Stable
Property
| Strathfield | Strathfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $4.41M | $2.32M |
| Median unit price | $752K | $665K |
| House price YoY | -3.7% | -8.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,000 | $910 |
| Rental yield (house) | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Days on market (house) | 73 | 62 |
Median price history
Safety
| Strathfield | Strathfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 56 | 41 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 289 | 303 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 243 | 440 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 239 | 495 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,800 | 6,876 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Strathfield | Strathfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 12 | 2 |
| Government | 5 | 0 |
| Independent | 6 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,089 | 1,079 |
See the full school list on each profile: Strathfield · Strathfield South
Transport
| Strathfield | Strathfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 97 | 72 |
| Train stations | 2 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 153 | 24 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 31 | 49 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.4 km | 2.7 km |
Liveability
| Strathfield | Strathfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 950 | 950 |
| Supermarkets | 3 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 45 | 1 |
| Parks | 24 | 5 |
| Playgrounds | 14 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 1,390 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 4 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 11.1 km | 10.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 11.6 km | 12.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.7 km | 3.4 km |
Population & growth
| Strathfield | Strathfield South | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 25,915 | 3,636 |
| Estimated 2025 | 24,946 | 3,715 |
| Projected 2041 | 27,243 | 3,935 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.95% | 0.54% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Strathfield or Strathfield South?
Strathfield has the higher residential safety score (Strathfield 56/100 vs Strathfield South 41/100).
Which is more affordable, Strathfield or Strathfield South?
Strathfield South is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.32M versus $4.41M.
Which has better schools, Strathfield or Strathfield South?
Strathfield has a higher average school ICSEA (Strathfield 1089 vs Strathfield South 1079; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Strathfield or Strathfield South?
Strathfield has the higher transport score (Strathfield 97/100 vs Strathfield South 72/100).
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