Cheltenham North vs Cheltenham
Cheltenham North (median $1,042,500) is roughly 20% cheaper to buy into than Cheltenham ($1,302,500).
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Cheltenham North and Cheltenham side by side
| Measure | Cheltenham North | Cheltenham |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,042,500 | $1,302,500 |
| Median unit | $597,500 | $675,000 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $720/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $550/wk |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1100 | 1108 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 100 | 100 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 640 mm | 640 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.1°C | 26.1°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 Cheltenham (1108) sits above Cheltenham North (1100).
- For buyers
- Cheltenham North is the lower entry point at $1,042,500 median, 20% 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
- Cheltenham edges out on average school ICSEA (1108 vs 1100).
Cheltenham North vs Cheltenham: common questions
Is Cheltenham North or Cheltenham cheaper to buy in?
Cheltenham North has the lower median house price at $1,042,500, roughly 20% below Cheltenham ($1,302,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Cheltenham North or Cheltenham have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Cheltenham scores 1108 vs 1100 in Cheltenham North. 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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