Waterloo vs Zetland
The verdict
Waterloo is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.78M versus $2.23M in Zetland. Waterloo has a shorter estimated CBD commute (21 vs 23 min). On the separate residential safety score, Zetland rates higher (33 vs 10/100 in Waterloo).
Scores
| Waterloo | Zetland | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 93 | 93 |
| Transport | 88 | 88 |
| Education | 90 | 90 |
| Liveability | 100 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Waterloo | Zetland | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,379 | 12,622 |
| Median age | 33 | 30 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,028 | $2,192 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 61.3% | 69.3% |
| Born in Australia | 37.2% | 32.3% |
| Avg household size | 1.8 | 2 |
Growth: Waterloo High Growth · Zetland High Growth
Property
| Waterloo | Zetland | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.78M | $2.23M |
| Median unit price | $925K | $988K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 54 | 45 |
Median price history
Safety
| Waterloo | Zetland | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 10 | 33 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 635 | 341 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 177 | 111 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 769 | 412 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 12,284 | 5,514 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Waterloo | Zetland | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 914 | 1,122 |
See the full school list on each profile: Waterloo · Zetland
Transport
| Waterloo | Zetland | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 88 | 88 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 31 | 19 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 21 | 23 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 820 m | 580 m |
Liveability
| Waterloo | Zetland | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 9 | 5 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 69 | 44 |
| Parks | 23 | 17 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 6 |
| Swimming pools | 4 | 5 |
| Medical GPs | 3 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 5.3 km | 4.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 3.0 km | 3.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 5.2 km | 4.8 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.5 km | 2.8 km |
Population & growth
| Waterloo | Zetland | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 16,379 | 12,622 |
| Estimated 2025 | 18,366 | 14,712 |
| Projected 2041 | 24,215 | 19,486 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.90% | 3.90% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Waterloo or Zetland?
Zetland has the higher residential safety score (Waterloo 10/100 vs Zetland 33/100).
Which is more affordable, Waterloo or Zetland?
Waterloo is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.78M versus $2.23M.
Which has better schools, Waterloo or Zetland?
Zetland has a higher average school ICSEA (Waterloo 914 vs Zetland 1122; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Waterloo or Zetland?
Waterloo and Zetland have similar transport scores.
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