Brunswick West vs Travancore
Travancore (median $477,000) is roughly 64% cheaper to buy into than Brunswick West ($1,332,500).
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Brunswick West and Travancore side by side
| Measure | Brunswick West | Travancore |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,332,500 | $477,000 |
| Median unit | $490,000 | $356,300 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 50.0% | 42.0% |
| Renter occupied | 48.0% | 55.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1112 | 1093 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 60 |
| Transit score | – | 60 |
| Bike score | – | 100 |
| Population | 14,746 | 2,116 |
| Median age | 34 | 33 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 582 mm | 582 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.0°C | 26.9°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 Brunswick West (1112) sits above Travancore (1093).
- For buyers
- Travancore is the lower entry point at $477,000 median, 64% 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
- Brunswick West edges out on average school ICSEA (1112 vs 1093).
Brunswick West vs Travancore: common questions
Is Brunswick West or Travancore cheaper to buy in?
Travancore has the lower median house price at $477,000, roughly 64% below Brunswick West ($1,332,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Brunswick West or Travancore have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Brunswick West scores 1112 vs 1093 in Travancore. 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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