Highett vs Sandringham
Highett (median $1,555,000) is roughly 26% cheaper to buy into than Sandringham ($2,107,500).
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Highett and Sandringham side by side
| Measure | Highett | Sandringham |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,555,000 | $2,107,500 |
| Median unit | $677,000 | $706,300 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 70.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 27.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1106 | 1126 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 40 | 100 |
| Transit score | 20 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 95 |
| Population | 12,016 | – |
| Median age | 40 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 640 mm | 614 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.1°C | 26.0°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
Sandringham scores higher on walkability (40/100 vs 100/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Sandringham (1126) sits above Highett (1106).
- For buyers
- Highett is the lower entry point at $1,555,000 median, 26% 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
- Sandringham edges out on average school ICSEA (1126 vs 1106).
Highett vs Sandringham: common questions
Is Highett or Sandringham cheaper to buy in?
Highett has the lower median house price at $1,555,000, roughly 26% below Sandringham ($2,107,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Highett or Sandringham have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Sandringham scores 1126 vs 1106 in Highett. 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 Sandringham?
Sandringham scores 100/100 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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