The Basin vs Upper Ferntree Gully
The verdict
Upper Ferntree Gully is more affordable, with a median house price of $859K versus $859K in The Basin. Upper Ferntree Gully rates higher for transport (93 vs 43). Upper Ferntree Gully is closer to the coast (23.3 km vs 26.9 km).
Scores
| The Basin | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 52 | 81 |
| Transport | 43 | 93 |
| Education | 59 | 65 |
| Liveability | 56 | 84 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| The Basin | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,497 | 3,417 |
| Median age | 40 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,019 | $2,039 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 33.0% | 39.5% |
| Born in Australia | 79.6% | 77.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.6 |
Growth: The Basin Moderate Growth · Upper Ferntree Gully Moderate Growth
Property
| The Basin | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $859K | $859K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $576K |
| House price YoY | 0.4% | -10.2% |
| 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
| The Basin | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 93 | 91 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 245 | 205 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 178 | 351 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 156 | 176 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,491 | 5,736 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| The Basin | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,058 | 1,037 |
See the full school list on each profile: The Basin · Upper Ferntree Gully
Transport
| The Basin | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 43 | 93 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 15 | 13 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 107 | 72 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.3 km | 600 m |
Liveability
| The Basin | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 5 | 9 |
| Parks | 11 | 8 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 5 | 13 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 5 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 26.9 km | 23.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 31.8 km | 31.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.8 km | 400 m |
Population & growth
| The Basin | Upper Ferntree Gully | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,497 | 3,417 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,452 | 3,457 |
| Projected 2041 | 5,152 | 3,914 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.25% | 0.29% |
Common questions
Which is safer, The Basin or Upper Ferntree Gully?
The Basin has the higher residential safety score (The Basin 93/100 vs Upper Ferntree Gully 91/100).
Which is more affordable, The Basin or Upper Ferntree Gully?
Upper Ferntree Gully is more affordable, with a median house price of $859K versus $859K.
Which has better schools, The Basin or Upper Ferntree Gully?
The Basin has a higher average school ICSEA (The Basin 1058 vs Upper Ferntree Gully 1037; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, The Basin or Upper Ferntree Gully?
Upper Ferntree Gully has the higher transport score (The Basin 43/100 vs Upper Ferntree Gully 93/100).
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