Cape Paterson vs South Dudley.
Comparing two suburbs with median house prices of $745,000 and $489,500. South Dudley edges out on more headline metrics in this comparison.
South Dudley (median $489,500) is roughly 52% cheaper to buy into than Cape Paterson ($745,000).
South Dudley scores higher on walkability (6/100 vs 8/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving South Dudley (982) sits above Cape Paterson (976).
For buyers
South Dudley is the lower entry point at $489,500 median, 52% 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
South Dudley edges out on average school ICSEA (982 vs 976).
Common questions
Is Cape Paterson or South Dudley cheaper to buy in?
South Dudley has the lower median house price at $489,500, roughly 52% below Cape Paterson ($745,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Cape Paterson or South Dudley have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), South Dudley scores 982 vs 976 in Cape Paterson. 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, Cape Paterson or South Dudley?
South Dudley scores 8/100 on walkability vs 6/100. 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.
The numbers behind the take
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Green dot = better on that metric (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk).
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