Calwell vs Theodore.
Comparing two suburbs with median house prices of $845,000 and $855,000. Calwell edges out on more headline metrics in this comparison.
Calwell (median $845,000) is roughly 1% cheaper to buy into than Theodore ($855,000).
Calwell scores higher on walkability (18/100 vs 0/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Calwell (1032) sits above Theodore (1027).
For buyers
Calwell is the lower entry point at $845,000 median, 1% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
For investors
Calwell offers the higher gross rental yield (2.65% vs 2.62%), favouring cash-flow investors.
For families
Calwell edges out on average school ICSEA (1032 vs 1027).
Common questions
Is Calwell or Theodore cheaper to buy in?
Calwell has the lower median house price at $845,000, roughly 1% below Theodore ($855,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Calwell or Theodore have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Calwell scores 1032 vs 1027 in Theodore. 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, Calwell or Theodore?
Calwell scores 18/100 on walkability vs 0/100. 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.
Which suburb has higher rental yield, Calwell or Theodore?
Gross rental yield on houses is 2.65% in Calwell vs 2.62% in Theodore. Gross yield equals annual rent divided by purchase price. Net yield (after strata, rates, insurance, agent fees and maintenance) typically runs 1.5-2 percentage points lower.
The numbers behind the take
Price & Market
Rental
Lifestyle & Demographics
Risk & Hazard
Schools
Climate
Green dot = better on that metric (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk).
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