Hallam vs Narre Warren
Hallam (median $740,000) is roughly 6% cheaper to buy into than Narre Warren ($790,000).
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Hallam and Narre Warren side by side
| Measure | Hallam | Narre Warren |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $740,000 | $790,000 |
| Median unit | $595,000 | $610,000 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $550/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $470/wk |
| Owner occupied | 71.0% | 69.0% |
| Renter occupied | 26.0% | 28.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 970 | 997 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 46 | 100 |
| Transit score | 0 | 30 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 11,355 | 27,689 |
| Median age | 36 | 35 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 834 mm | 820 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.4°C | 26.2°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
Narre Warren scores higher on walkability (46/100 vs 100/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Narre Warren (997) sits above Hallam (970).
- For buyers
- Hallam is the lower entry point at $740,000 median, 6% 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 edges out on average school ICSEA (997 vs 970).
Hallam vs Narre Warren: common questions
Is Hallam or Narre Warren cheaper to buy in?
Hallam has the lower median house price at $740,000, roughly 6% below Narre Warren ($790,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Hallam or Narre Warren have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Narre Warren scores 997 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?
Narre Warren scores 100/100 on walkability vs 46/100. 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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