Beaumaris vs Cheltenham East
Cheltenham East (median $1,130,000) is roughly 47% cheaper to buy into than Beaumaris ($2,130,000).
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| Measure | Beaumaris | Cheltenham East |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $2,130,000 | $1,130,000 |
| Median unit | $1,097,500 | $737,500 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $895/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $650/wk | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1120 | 1108 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 80 | 100 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 634 mm | 640 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.8°C | 26.1°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
Cheltenham East scores higher on walkability (80/100 vs 100/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Beaumaris (1120) sits above Cheltenham East (1108).
- For buyers
- Cheltenham East is the lower entry point at $1,130,000 median, 47% 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
- Beaumaris edges out on average school ICSEA (1120 vs 1108).
Beaumaris vs Cheltenham East: common questions
Is Beaumaris or Cheltenham East cheaper to buy in?
Cheltenham East has the lower median house price at $1,130,000, roughly 47% below Beaumaris ($2,130,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Beaumaris or Cheltenham East have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Beaumaris scores 1120 vs 1108 in Cheltenham East. 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 Cheltenham East?
Cheltenham East scores 100/100 on walkability vs 80/100. 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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