Kennington vs Strathfieldsaye
Kennington (median $600,000) is roughly 12% cheaper to buy into than Strathfieldsaye ($680,000).
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Kennington and Strathfieldsaye side by side
| Measure | Kennington | Strathfieldsaye |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $600,000 | $680,000 |
| Median unit | $662,500 | $680,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 59.0% | 86.0% |
| Renter occupied | 38.0% | 13.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1020 | 1039 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 36 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 100 | – |
| Population | 5,880 | 6,850 |
| Median age | 42 | 36 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 504 mm | 521 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.1°C | 30.0°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
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Strathfieldsaye (1039) sits above Kennington (1020). Strathfieldsaye skews owner-occupied (86%), Kennington runs more rental-dense (59% owner).
- For buyers
- Kennington is the lower entry point at $600,000 median, 12% 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
- Strathfieldsaye edges out on average school ICSEA (1039 vs 1020). Strathfieldsaye also has a higher family-household share (87% vs 58%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Kennington vs Strathfieldsaye: common questions
Is Kennington or Strathfieldsaye cheaper to buy in?
Kennington has the lower median house price at $600,000, roughly 12% below Strathfieldsaye ($680,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Kennington or Strathfieldsaye have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Strathfieldsaye scores 1039 vs 1020 in Kennington. 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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