Bayswater North vs Ringwood East
Bayswater North (median $920,000) is roughly 12% cheaper to buy into than Ringwood East ($1,050,000).
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Bayswater North and Ringwood East side by side
| Measure | Bayswater North | Ringwood East |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $920,000 | $1,050,000 |
| Median unit | $690,000 | $690,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 74.0% | 69.0% |
| Renter occupied | 25.0% | 29.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1042 | 1051 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 8 |
| Transit score | – | 30 |
| Bike score | – | 100 |
| Population | 9,014 | 10,764 |
| Median age | 38 | 38 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 898 mm | 826 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.4°C | 26.7°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 Ringwood East (1051) sits above Bayswater North (1042).
- For buyers
- Bayswater North is the lower entry point at $920,000 median, 12% 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
- Ringwood East edges out on average school ICSEA (1051 vs 1042).
Bayswater North vs Ringwood East: common questions
Is Bayswater North or Ringwood East cheaper to buy in?
Bayswater North has the lower median house price at $920,000, roughly 12% below Ringwood East ($1,050,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Bayswater North or Ringwood East have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Ringwood East scores 1051 vs 1042 in Bayswater 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.
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