Diamond Creek vs Hurstbridge
Hurstbridge (median $910,000) is roughly 11% cheaper to buy into than Diamond Creek ($1,020,000).
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Diamond Creek and Hurstbridge side by side
| Measure | Diamond Creek | Hurstbridge |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,020,000 | $910,000 |
| Median unit | $750,000 | $321,120 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $570/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $490/wk |
| Owner occupied | 88.0% | 88.0% |
| Renter occupied | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1087 | 1065 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 92 | 78 |
| Transit score | 0 | 40 |
| Bike score | 100 | 65 |
| Population | 12,503 | 3,554 |
| Median age | 39 | 41 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 679 mm | 701 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.3°C | 27.5°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
Diamond Creek scores higher on walkability (92/100 vs 78/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Diamond Creek (1087) sits above Hurstbridge (1065).
- For buyers
- Hurstbridge is the lower entry point at $910,000 median, 11% 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
- Diamond Creek edges out on average school ICSEA (1087 vs 1065).
Diamond Creek vs Hurstbridge: common questions
Is Diamond Creek or Hurstbridge cheaper to buy in?
Hurstbridge has the lower median house price at $910,000, roughly 11% below Diamond Creek ($1,020,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Diamond Creek or Hurstbridge have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Diamond Creek scores 1087 vs 1065 in Hurstbridge. 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, Diamond Creek or Hurstbridge?
Diamond Creek scores 92/100 on walkability vs 78/100. 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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