Sylvania vs Sylvania Waters
The verdict
Sylvania is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.93M versus $2.18M in Sylvania Waters. Sylvania Waters is closer to the coast (1.3 km vs 2.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Sylvania Waters rates higher (92 vs 84/100 in Sylvania).
Scores
| Sylvania | Sylvania Waters | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 76 | 79 |
| Transport | 72 | 75 |
| Education | 66 | 69 |
| Liveability | 89 | 92 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Sylvania | Sylvania Waters | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,749 | 3,200 |
| Median age | 46 | 43 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,961 | $2,371 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 38.9% | 42.2% |
| Born in Australia | 71.9% | 65.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.9 |
Growth: Sylvania Stable · Sylvania Waters Stable
Property
| Sylvania | Sylvania Waters | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.93M | $2.18M |
| Median unit price | $1.16M | $1.05M |
| House price YoY | 4.4% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $950 | $950 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.6% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 35 | 48 |
Median price history
Safety
| Sylvania | Sylvania Waters | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 84 | 92 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 112 | 156 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 65 | 125 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 335 | 188 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,470 | 3,281 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Sylvania | Sylvania Waters | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 0 |
| Government | 3 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,046 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Sylvania · Sylvania Waters
Transport
| Sylvania | Sylvania Waters | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 72 | 75 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 45 | 22 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 68 | 67 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.5 km | 2.1 km |
Liveability
| Sylvania | Sylvania Waters | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,090 | 1,090 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 0 |
| Parks | 8 | 4 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 11 |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.4 km | 1.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 18.5 km | 18.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 4.1 km | 3.1 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.1 km | 6.1 km |
Population & growth
| Sylvania | Sylvania Waters | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 10,749 | 3,200 |
| Estimated 2025 | 10,848 | 3,229 |
| Projected 2041 | 11,626 | 3,461 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.23% | 0.23% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Sylvania or Sylvania Waters?
Sylvania Waters has the higher residential safety score (Sylvania 84/100 vs Sylvania Waters 92/100).
Which is more affordable, Sylvania or Sylvania Waters?
Sylvania is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.93M versus $2.18M.
Which has better public transport, Sylvania or Sylvania Waters?
Sylvania Waters has the higher transport score (Sylvania 72/100 vs Sylvania Waters 75/100).
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