Glen Huntly vs Mckinnon
Glen Huntly (median $1,517,500) is roughly 18% cheaper to buy into than Mckinnon ($1,850,000).
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Glen Huntly and Mckinnon side by side
| Measure | Glen Huntly | Mckinnon |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,517,500 | $1,850,000 |
| Median unit | $585,000 | $870,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 52.0% | 66.0% |
| Renter occupied | 45.0% | 33.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1122 | 1124 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 88 | 84 |
| Transit score | 90 | 40 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 4,905 | 6,878 |
| Median age | 35 | 40 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 673 mm | 673 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.4°C | 26.4°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
Glen Huntly scores higher on walkability (88/100 vs 84/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Mckinnon (1124) sits above Glen Huntly (1122). Mckinnon skews owner-occupied (66%), Glen Huntly runs more rental-dense (52% owner).
- For buyers
- Glen Huntly is the lower entry point at $1,517,500 median, 18% 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
- Mckinnon edges out on average school ICSEA (1124 vs 1122). Mckinnon also has a higher family-household share (80% vs 56%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Glen Huntly vs Mckinnon: common questions
Is Glen Huntly or Mckinnon cheaper to buy in?
Glen Huntly has the lower median house price at $1,517,500, roughly 18% below Mckinnon ($1,850,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Glen Huntly or Mckinnon have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Mckinnon scores 1124 vs 1122 in Glen Huntly. 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, Glen Huntly or Mckinnon?
Glen Huntly scores 88/100 on walkability vs 84/100. 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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