Balwyn North vs Balwyn
Balwyn North (median $2,100,000) is roughly 33% cheaper to buy into than Balwyn ($3,128,000).
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Balwyn North and Balwyn side by side
| Measure | Balwyn North | Balwyn |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $2,100,000 | $3,128,000 |
| Median unit | $1,042,500 | $790,000 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $750/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $588/wk |
| Owner occupied | 78.0% | 69.0% |
| Renter occupied | 19.0% | 27.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1131 | 1145 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 82 | 100 |
| Transit score | 50 | 40 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 21,302 | 13,495 |
| Median age | 42 | 43 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 707 mm | 707 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.9°C | 26.9°C |
Green dot: better on that measure (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk). Each suburb’s profile gives the source and period of its figures.
Which suits whom
Balwyn scores higher on walkability (82/100 vs 100/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Balwyn (1145) sits above Balwyn North (1131).
- For buyers
- Balwyn North is the lower entry point at $2,100,000 median, 33% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
- For investors
- Rental or growth data is incomplete for one or both suburbs. Look at the full investor view on each suburb profile for a complete picture.
- For families
- Balwyn edges out on average school ICSEA (1145 vs 1131).
Balwyn North vs Balwyn: common questions
Is Balwyn North or Balwyn cheaper to buy in?
Balwyn North has the lower median house price at $2,100,000, roughly 33% below Balwyn ($3,128,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Balwyn North or Balwyn have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Balwyn scores 1145 vs 1131 in Balwyn North. ICSEA is a school-community indicator, not a quality rating, so always check NAPLAN results and catchment boundaries for the specific address you're considering.
Which is more walkable, Balwyn North or Balwyn?
Balwyn scores 100/100 on walkability vs 82/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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