Baxter vs Frankston South
Baxter (median $740,000) is roughly 38% cheaper to buy into than Frankston South ($1,190,000).
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Baxter and Frankston South side by side
| Measure | Baxter | Frankston South |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $740,000 | $1,190,000 |
| Median unit | $684,000 | $792,500 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 80.0% | 78.0% |
| Renter occupied | 16.0% | 16.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1041 | 1031 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 14 | 14 |
| Transit score | 30 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 2,166 | 18,801 |
| Median age | 40 | 44 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 743 mm | 743 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.7°C | 24.7°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
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Baxter (1041) sits above Frankston South (1031).
- For buyers
- Baxter is the lower entry point at $740,000 median, 38% 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
- Baxter edges out on average school ICSEA (1041 vs 1031).
Baxter vs Frankston South: common questions
Is Baxter or Frankston South cheaper to buy in?
Baxter has the lower median house price at $740,000, roughly 38% below Frankston South ($1,190,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Baxter or Frankston South have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Baxter scores 1041 vs 1031 in Frankston South. 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.
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