Essendon West vs Niddrie
Niddrie (median $1,375,000) is roughly 13% cheaper to buy into than Essendon West ($1,581,300).
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Essendon West and Niddrie side by side
| Measure | Essendon West | Niddrie |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,581,300 | $1,375,000 |
| Median unit | $982,500 | $855,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 72.0% | 75.0% |
| Renter occupied | 26.0% | 23.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1083 | 1088 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 2 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 100 | – |
| Population | 1,559 | 5,901 |
| Median age | 39 | 40 |
| 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
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Niddrie (1088) sits above Essendon West (1083).
- For buyers
- Niddrie is the lower entry point at $1,375,000 median, 13% 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
- Niddrie edges out on average school ICSEA (1088 vs 1083).
Essendon West vs Niddrie: common questions
Is Essendon West or Niddrie cheaper to buy in?
Niddrie has the lower median house price at $1,375,000, roughly 13% below Essendon West ($1,581,300). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Essendon West or Niddrie have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Niddrie scores 1088 vs 1083 in Essendon West. 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.
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