Beaumaris vs Black Rock
Beaumaris (median $2,130,000) is roughly 7% cheaper to buy into than Black Rock ($2,280,000).
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| Measure | Beaumaris | Black Rock |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $2,130,000 | $2,280,000 |
| Median unit | $1,097,500 | $1,200,000 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $895/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $650/wk | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1120 | 1121 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 80 | 44 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 60 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 634 mm | 614 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.8°C | 26.0°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
Beaumaris scores higher on walkability (80/100 vs 44/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Black Rock (1121) sits above Beaumaris (1120).
- For buyers
- Beaumaris is the lower entry point at $2,130,000 median, 7% 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
- Black Rock edges out on average school ICSEA (1121 vs 1120).
Beaumaris vs Black Rock: common questions
Is Beaumaris or Black Rock cheaper to buy in?
Beaumaris has the lower median house price at $2,130,000, roughly 7% below Black Rock ($2,280,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Beaumaris or Black Rock have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Black Rock scores 1121 vs 1120 in Beaumaris. 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, Beaumaris or Black Rock?
Beaumaris scores 80/100 on walkability vs 44/100. 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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