Brown Hill vs Eureka
Eureka (median $337,000) is roughly 49% cheaper to buy into than Brown Hill ($656,300).
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Brown Hill and Eureka side by side
| Measure | Brown Hill | Eureka |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $656,300 | $337,000 |
| Median unit | $459,000 | $240,480 |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1027 | 1028 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 2 | 14 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 758 mm | 758 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.6°C | 25.6°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
Eureka scores higher on walkability (2/100 vs 14/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Eureka (1028) sits above Brown Hill (1027).
- For buyers
- Eureka is the lower entry point at $337,000 median, 49% 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
- Eureka edges out on average school ICSEA (1028 vs 1027).
Brown Hill vs Eureka: common questions
Is Brown Hill or Eureka cheaper to buy in?
Eureka has the lower median house price at $337,000, roughly 49% below Brown Hill ($656,300). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Brown Hill or Eureka have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Eureka scores 1028 vs 1027 in Brown Hill. 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, Brown Hill or Eureka?
Eureka scores 14/100 on walkability vs 2/100. 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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