Hawthorn North vs Hawthorn West
Hawthorn West scores higher on walkability (64/100 vs 88/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Hawthorn North (1136) sits above Hawthorn West (1119).
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Hawthorn North and Hawthorn West side by side
| Measure | Hawthorn North | Hawthorn West |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1136 | 1119 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 64 | 88 |
| Transit score | 90 | 100 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 611 mm | 611 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
- For buyers
- We don't yet have verified suburb-level medians for one or both of these suburbs. Check the individual profiles for the data we do publish, and the methodology page for how we source it.
- 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
- Hawthorn North edges out on average school ICSEA (1136 vs 1119).
Hawthorn North vs Hawthorn West: common questions
Does Hawthorn North or Hawthorn West have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Hawthorn North scores 1136 vs 1119 in Hawthorn 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.
Which is more walkable, Hawthorn North or Hawthorn West?
Hawthorn West scores 88/100 on walkability vs 64/100. 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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