Deepdene vs Canterbury
Deepdene (median $3,450,000) is roughly 3% cheaper to buy into than Canterbury ($3,544,000).
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Deepdene and Canterbury side by side
| Measure | Deepdene | Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $3,450,000 | $3,544,000 |
| Median unit | $475,200 | $1,251,100 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $800/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $570/wk |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1145 | 1150 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 50 | 64 |
| Transit score | 60 | 20 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 657 mm | 657 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.0°C | 27.0°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
Canterbury scores higher on walkability (50/100 vs 64/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Canterbury (1150) sits above Deepdene (1145).
- For buyers
- Deepdene is the lower entry point at $3,450,000 median, 3% 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
- Canterbury edges out on average school ICSEA (1150 vs 1145).
Deepdene vs Canterbury: common questions
Is Deepdene or Canterbury cheaper to buy in?
Deepdene has the lower median house price at $3,450,000, roughly 3% below Canterbury ($3,544,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Deepdene or Canterbury have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Canterbury scores 1150 vs 1145 in Deepdene. 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, Deepdene or Canterbury?
Canterbury scores 64/100 on walkability vs 50/100. 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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