Hexham vs Shortland
Hexham (median $410,000) is roughly 47% cheaper to buy into than Shortland ($772,500).
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Hexham and Shortland side by side
| Measure | Hexham | Shortland |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $410,000 | $772,500 |
| Median unit | $285,120 | $265,680 |
| House price change, 12 months | – | +10.4% |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $680/wk | $623/wk |
| Unit rent | $510/wk | – |
| Owner occupied | 58.0% | 56.0% |
| Renter occupied | 36.0% | 36.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 962 | 1000 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 0 | – |
| Population | 157 | 4,537 |
| Median age | 35 | 33 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1030 mm | 1098 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.0°C | 28.5°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 Shortland (1000) sits above Hexham (962).
- For buyers
- Hexham is the lower entry point at $410,000 median, 47% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
- For investors
- Hexham offers the higher gross rental yield (8.62% vs 4.19%), favouring cash-flow investors.
- For families
- Shortland edges out on average school ICSEA (1000 vs 962).
Hexham vs Shortland: common questions
Is Hexham or Shortland cheaper to buy in?
Hexham has the lower median house price at $410,000, roughly 47% below Shortland ($772,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Hexham or Shortland have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Shortland scores 1000 vs 962 in Hexham. 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 suburb has higher rental yield, Hexham or Shortland?
Gross rental yield on houses is 8.62% in Hexham vs 4.19% in Shortland. Gross yield equals annual rent divided by purchase price. Net yield (after strata, rates, insurance, agent fees and maintenance) typically runs 1.5-2 percentage points lower.
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