Highett vs Moorabbin
Moorabbin (median $1,210,500) is roughly 22% cheaper to buy into than Highett ($1,555,000).
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Highett and Moorabbin side by side
| Measure | Highett | Moorabbin |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,555,000 | $1,210,500 |
| Median unit | $677,000 | $765,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 70.0% | 68.0% |
| Renter occupied | 27.0% | 29.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1106 | 1104 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 40 | 62 |
| Transit score | 20 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 12,016 | 6,287 |
| Median age | 40 | 39 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 640 mm | 640 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.1°C | 26.1°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
Moorabbin scores higher on walkability (40/100 vs 62/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Highett (1106) sits above Moorabbin (1104).
- For buyers
- Moorabbin is the lower entry point at $1,210,500 median, 22% 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
- Highett edges out on average school ICSEA (1106 vs 1104).
Highett vs Moorabbin: common questions
Is Highett or Moorabbin cheaper to buy in?
Moorabbin has the lower median house price at $1,210,500, roughly 22% below Highett ($1,555,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Highett or Moorabbin have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Highett scores 1106 vs 1104 in Moorabbin. 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, Highett or Moorabbin?
Moorabbin scores 62/100 on walkability vs 40/100. 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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