Fitzroy North vs Princes Hill
Fitzroy North (median $1,790,500) is roughly 1% cheaper to buy into than Princes Hill ($1,800,000).
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Fitzroy North and Princes Hill side by side
| Measure | Fitzroy North | Princes Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,790,500 | $1,800,000 |
| Median unit | $626,500 | $411,840 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $998/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $690/wk | – |
| Owner occupied | 47.0% | 53.0% |
| Renter occupied | 49.0% | 42.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1130 | 1125 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 100 | 100 |
| Transit score | 100 | 60 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 12,781 | 2,005 |
| Median age | 36 | 39 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 611 mm | 582 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.0°C | 26.9°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 Fitzroy North (1130) sits above Princes Hill (1125).
- For buyers
- Fitzroy North is the lower entry point at $1,790,500 median, 1% 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
- Fitzroy North edges out on average school ICSEA (1130 vs 1125).
Fitzroy North vs Princes Hill: common questions
Is Fitzroy North or Princes Hill cheaper to buy in?
Fitzroy North has the lower median house price at $1,790,500, roughly 1% below Princes Hill ($1,800,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Fitzroy North or Princes Hill have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Fitzroy North scores 1130 vs 1125 in Princes Hill. 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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