Clayton South vs Oakleigh East
Clayton South (median $994,900) is roughly 12% cheaper to buy into than Oakleigh East ($1,135,000).
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| Measure | Clayton South | Oakleigh East |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $994,900 | $1,135,000 |
| Median unit | $720,000 | $935,500 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 57.0% | 62.0% |
| Renter occupied | 39.0% | 35.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1045 | 1103 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 24 | 70 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 13,381 | 6,804 |
| Median age | 34 | 35 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 733 mm | 748 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.3°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 East scores higher on walkability (24/100 vs 70/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Oakleigh East (1103) sits above Clayton South (1045).
- For buyers
- Clayton South is the lower entry point at $994,900 median, 12% 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 East edges out on average school ICSEA (1103 vs 1045).
Clayton South vs Oakleigh East: common questions
Is Clayton South or Oakleigh East cheaper to buy in?
Clayton South has the lower median house price at $994,900, roughly 12% below Oakleigh East ($1,135,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Clayton South or Oakleigh East have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Oakleigh East scores 1103 vs 1045 in Clayton 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.
Which is more walkable, Clayton South or Oakleigh East?
Oakleigh East scores 70/100 on walkability vs 24/100. 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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