Keilor Downs vs Delahey
Delahey (median $689,000) is roughly 22% cheaper to buy into than Keilor Downs ($888,800).
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Keilor Downs and Delahey side by side
| Measure | Keilor Downs | Delahey |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $888,800 | $689,000 |
| Median unit | $533,500 | $560,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 79.0% | 74.0% |
| Renter occupied | 18.0% | 23.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 996 | 1002 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 18 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 100 | – |
| Population | 9,857 | 8,077 |
| Median age | 43 | 39 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 514 mm | 514 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.9°C | 26.9°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 Delahey (1002) sits above Keilor Downs (996).
- For buyers
- Delahey is the lower entry point at $689,000 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
- Delahey edges out on average school ICSEA (1002 vs 996).
Keilor Downs vs Delahey: common questions
Is Keilor Downs or Delahey cheaper to buy in?
Delahey has the lower median house price at $689,000, roughly 22% below Keilor Downs ($888,800). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Keilor Downs or Delahey have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Delahey scores 1002 vs 996 in Keilor Downs. 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.
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