Essendon vs Strathmore
Essendon (median $1,655,000) is roughly 3% cheaper to buy into than Strathmore ($1,705,000).
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Essendon and Strathmore side by side
| Measure | Essendon | Strathmore |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,655,000 | $1,705,000 |
| Median unit | $530,000 | $730,000 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $650/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $510/wk | – |
| Owner occupied | 62.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 36.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1109 | 1093 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 64 | 30 |
| Transit score | 100 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 21,240 | – |
| Median age | 39 | – |
| 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 scores higher on walkability (64/100 vs 30/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Essendon (1109) sits above Strathmore (1093).
- For buyers
- Essendon is the lower entry point at $1,655,000 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
- Essendon edges out on average school ICSEA (1109 vs 1093).
Essendon vs Strathmore: common questions
Is Essendon or Strathmore cheaper to buy in?
Essendon has the lower median house price at $1,655,000, roughly 3% below Strathmore ($1,705,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Essendon or Strathmore have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Essendon scores 1109 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 or Strathmore?
Essendon scores 64/100 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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