Clarinda vs Oakleigh South
Clarinda (median $1,050,000) is roughly 16% cheaper to buy into than Oakleigh South ($1,245,300).
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Clarinda and Oakleigh South side by side
| Measure | Clarinda | Oakleigh South |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,050,000 | $1,245,300 |
| Median unit | $835,500 | $815,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 74.0% | 74.0% |
| Renter occupied | 23.0% | 23.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1081 | 1098 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 10 | 16 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 7,441 | 9,851 |
| Median age | 45 | 40 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 680 mm | 748 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.2°C | 26.3°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
Oakleigh South scores higher on walkability (10/100 vs 16/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Oakleigh South (1098) sits above Clarinda (1081).
- For buyers
- Clarinda is the lower entry point at $1,050,000 median, 16% 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
- Oakleigh South edges out on average school ICSEA (1098 vs 1081).
Clarinda vs Oakleigh South: common questions
Is Clarinda or Oakleigh South cheaper to buy in?
Clarinda has the lower median house price at $1,050,000, roughly 16% below Oakleigh South ($1,245,300). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Clarinda or Oakleigh South have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Oakleigh South scores 1098 vs 1081 in Clarinda. 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, Clarinda or Oakleigh South?
Oakleigh South scores 16/100 on walkability vs 10/100. 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.
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