Camberwell vs Hawthorn East
Camberwell (median $2,460,000) is roughly 2% cheaper to buy into than Hawthorn East ($2,500,000).
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Camberwell and Hawthorn East side by side
| Measure | Camberwell | Hawthorn East |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $2,460,000 | $2,500,000 |
| Median unit | $900,000 | $590,000 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $838/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $600/wk | – |
| Owner occupied | – | 58.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 40.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1158 | 1156 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 100 | 100 |
| Transit score | 100 | 100 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | – | 14,834 |
| Median age | – | 36 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 668 mm | 668 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.7°C | 26.7°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 Camberwell (1158) sits above Hawthorn East (1156).
- For buyers
- Camberwell is the lower entry point at $2,460,000 median, 2% 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
- Camberwell edges out on average school ICSEA (1158 vs 1156).
Camberwell vs Hawthorn East: common questions
Is Camberwell or Hawthorn East cheaper to buy in?
Camberwell has the lower median house price at $2,460,000, roughly 2% below Hawthorn East ($2,500,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Camberwell or Hawthorn East have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Camberwell scores 1158 vs 1156 in Hawthorn 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.
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