Breakwater vs Whittington
Whittington (median $557,500) is roughly 7% cheaper to buy into than Breakwater ($602,500).
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Breakwater and Whittington side by side
| Measure | Breakwater | Whittington |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $602,500 | $557,500 |
| Median unit | $223,200 | $405,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 60.0% | 53.0% |
| Renter occupied | 38.0% | 44.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1028 | 1026 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 4 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 100 | – |
| Population | 1,060 | 3,990 |
| Median age | 40 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 513 mm | 513 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.1°C | 25.1°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
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Breakwater (1028) sits above Whittington (1026).
- For buyers
- Whittington is the lower entry point at $557,500 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
- Breakwater edges out on average school ICSEA (1028 vs 1026).
Breakwater vs Whittington: common questions
Is Breakwater or Whittington cheaper to buy in?
Whittington has the lower median house price at $557,500, roughly 7% below Breakwater ($602,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Breakwater or Whittington have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Breakwater scores 1028 vs 1026 in Whittington. 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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