Vaucluse vs Watsons Bay
The verdict
Vaucluse is more affordable, with a median house price of $9.64M versus $11.22M in Watsons Bay. Vaucluse rates higher for transport (76 vs 53). Vaucluse has a shorter estimated CBD commute (32 vs 35 min). On the separate residential safety score, Vaucluse rates higher (86 vs 66/100 in Watsons Bay).
Scores
| Vaucluse | Watsons Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 84 | 70 |
| Transport | 76 | 53 |
| Education | 94 | 94 |
| Liveability | 82 | 66 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Vaucluse | Watsons Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,510 | 883 |
| Median age | 43 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $3,418 | $2,924 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 67.2% | 61.3% |
| Born in Australia | 58.7% | 62.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.7 | 2.4 |
Growth: Vaucluse Stable · Watsons Bay Stable
Property
| Vaucluse | Watsons Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $9.64M | $11.22M |
| Median unit price | $1.64M | $2.11M |
| House price YoY | -26.2% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $3,200 | $3,200 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.7% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 59 | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Vaucluse | Watsons Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 86 | 66 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 189 | 227 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 84 | 0 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 189 | 453 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,219 | 8,381 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Vaucluse | Watsons Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,153 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Vaucluse · Watsons Bay
Transport
| Vaucluse | Watsons Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 76 | 53 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 74 | 6 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 32 | 35 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.6 km | 6.0 km |
Liveability
| Vaucluse | Watsons Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.9°C | 25.9°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.0°C | 17.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,213 | 1,213 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 12 | 8 |
| Parks | 22 | 6 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 284 | 22 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 810 m | 190 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 6.8 km | 7.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 790 m | 280 m |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 5.8 km | 7.0 km |
Population & growth
| Vaucluse | Watsons Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 9,510 | 883 |
| Estimated 2025 | 9,361 | 869 |
| Projected 2041 | 10,347 | 961 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.39% | -0.40% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Vaucluse or Watsons Bay?
Vaucluse has the higher residential safety score (Vaucluse 86/100 vs Watsons Bay 66/100).
Which is more affordable, Vaucluse or Watsons Bay?
Vaucluse is more affordable, with a median house price of $9.64M versus $11.22M.
Which has better public transport, Vaucluse or Watsons Bay?
Vaucluse has the higher transport score (Vaucluse 76/100 vs Watsons Bay 53/100).
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