Hallam vs Narre Warren North
Hallam (median $740,000) is roughly 56% cheaper to buy into than Narre Warren North ($1,700,000).
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Hallam and Narre Warren North side by side
| Measure | Hallam | Narre Warren North |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $740,000 | $1,700,000 |
| Median unit | $595,000 | $356,400 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 71.0% | 93.0% |
| Renter occupied | 26.0% | 4.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 970 | 1037 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 46 | 10 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 11,355 | 8,033 |
| Median age | 36 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 834 mm | 834 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
Hallam scores higher on walkability (46/100 vs 10/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Narre Warren North (1037) sits above Hallam (970). Narre Warren North skews owner-occupied (93%), Hallam runs more rental-dense (71% owner).
- For buyers
- Hallam is the lower entry point at $740,000 median, 56% 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
- Narre Warren North edges out on average school ICSEA (1037 vs 970). Narre Warren North also has a higher family-household share (91% vs 77%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Hallam vs Narre Warren North: common questions
Is Hallam or Narre Warren North cheaper to buy in?
Hallam has the lower median house price at $740,000, roughly 56% below Narre Warren North ($1,700,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Hallam or Narre Warren North have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Narre Warren North scores 1037 vs 970 in Hallam. 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, Hallam or Narre Warren North?
Hallam scores 46/100 on walkability vs 10/100. 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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