Hurstbridge vs Wattle Glen
Hurstbridge (median $910,000) is roughly 19% cheaper to buy into than Wattle Glen ($1,125,000).
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Hurstbridge and Wattle Glen side by side
| Measure | Hurstbridge | Wattle Glen |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $910,000 | $1,125,000 |
| Median unit | $321,120 | $343,440 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $570/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $490/wk | – |
| Owner occupied | 88.0% | 92.0% |
| Renter occupied | 10.0% | 5.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1065 | 1088 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 78 | 0 |
| Transit score | 40 | 0 |
| Bike score | 65 | 75 |
| Population | 3,554 | 1,911 |
| Median age | 41 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 701 mm | 701 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.5°C | 27.5°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
Hurstbridge scores higher on walkability (78/100 vs 0/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Wattle Glen (1088) sits above Hurstbridge (1065).
- For buyers
- Hurstbridge is the lower entry point at $910,000 median, 19% 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
- Wattle Glen edges out on average school ICSEA (1088 vs 1065).
Hurstbridge vs Wattle Glen: common questions
Is Hurstbridge or Wattle Glen cheaper to buy in?
Hurstbridge has the lower median house price at $910,000, roughly 19% below Wattle Glen ($1,125,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Hurstbridge or Wattle Glen have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Wattle Glen scores 1088 vs 1065 in Hurstbridge. 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, Hurstbridge or Wattle Glen?
Hurstbridge scores 78/100 on walkability vs 0/100. 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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