Essendon North vs Strathmore
Essendon North (median $981,000) is roughly 42% cheaper to buy into than Strathmore ($1,705,000).
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Essendon North and Strathmore side by side
| Measure | Essendon North | Strathmore |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $981,000 | $1,705,000 |
| Median unit | $430,000 | $730,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 53.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 46.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1102 | 1093 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 50 | 30 |
| Transit score | 80 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 3,071 | – |
| Median age | 38 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 550 mm | 550 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
Essendon North scores higher on walkability (50/100 vs 30/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Essendon North (1102) sits above Strathmore (1093).
- For buyers
- Essendon North is the lower entry point at $981,000 median, 42% 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
- Essendon North edges out on average school ICSEA (1102 vs 1093).
Essendon North vs Strathmore: common questions
Is Essendon North or Strathmore cheaper to buy in?
Essendon North has the lower median house price at $981,000, roughly 42% below Strathmore ($1,705,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Essendon North or Strathmore have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Essendon North scores 1102 vs 1093 in Strathmore. 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, Essendon North or Strathmore?
Essendon North scores 50/100 on walkability vs 30/100. 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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