Carlton vs Princes Hill
Carlton (median $1,761,500) is roughly 2% cheaper to buy into than Princes Hill ($1,800,000).
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Carlton and Princes Hill side by side
| Measure | Carlton | Princes Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,761,500 | $1,800,000 |
| Median unit | $332,500 | $411,840 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $950/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $670/wk | – |
| Owner occupied | – | 53.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 42.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1044 | 1125 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 100 | 100 |
| Transit score | 100 | 60 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | – | 2,005 |
| Median age | – | 39 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 582 mm | 582 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.9°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 Princes Hill (1125) sits above Carlton (1044).
- For buyers
- Carlton is the lower entry point at $1,761,500 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
- Princes Hill edges out on average school ICSEA (1125 vs 1044).
Carlton vs Princes Hill: common questions
Is Carlton or Princes Hill cheaper to buy in?
Carlton has the lower median house price at $1,761,500, roughly 2% below Princes Hill ($1,800,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Carlton or Princes Hill have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Princes Hill scores 1125 vs 1044 in Carlton. 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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