Caulfield South vs Gardenvale
Gardenvale (median $1,764,000) is roughly 15% cheaper to buy into than Caulfield South ($2,068,500).
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Caulfield South and Gardenvale side by side
| Measure | Caulfield South | Gardenvale |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $2,068,500 | $1,764,000 |
| Median unit | $1,112,500 | $520,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 72.0% | 52.0% |
| Renter occupied | 26.0% | 47.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1115 | 1123 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 100 | 100 |
| Transit score | 80 | 20 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 12,328 | 1,019 |
| Median age | 41 | 39 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 673 mm | 617 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.4°C | 26.4°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 Gardenvale (1123) sits above Caulfield South (1115). Caulfield South skews owner-occupied (72%), Gardenvale runs more rental-dense (52% owner).
- For buyers
- Gardenvale is the lower entry point at $1,764,000 median, 15% 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
- Gardenvale edges out on average school ICSEA (1123 vs 1115). Caulfield South also has a higher family-household share (73% vs 53%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Caulfield South vs Gardenvale: common questions
Is Caulfield South or Gardenvale cheaper to buy in?
Gardenvale has the lower median house price at $1,764,000, roughly 15% below Caulfield South ($2,068,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Caulfield South or Gardenvale have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Gardenvale scores 1123 vs 1115 in Caulfield South. 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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