Langwarrin vs Pearcedale
Langwarrin (median $872,000) is roughly 8% cheaper to buy into than Pearcedale ($952,500).
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Langwarrin and Pearcedale side by side
| Measure | Langwarrin | Pearcedale |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $872,000 | $952,500 |
| Median unit | $650,500 | $777,500 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 80.0% | 88.0% |
| Renter occupied | 18.0% | 10.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1013 | 1023 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 10 | 4 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 35 |
| Population | 23,588 | 3,867 |
| Median age | 38 | 41 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 753 mm | 759 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.1°C | 25.4°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
Langwarrin scores higher on walkability (10/100 vs 4/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Pearcedale (1023) sits above Langwarrin (1013).
- For buyers
- Langwarrin is the lower entry point at $872,000 median, 8% 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
- Pearcedale edges out on average school ICSEA (1023 vs 1013).
Langwarrin vs Pearcedale: common questions
Is Langwarrin or Pearcedale cheaper to buy in?
Langwarrin has the lower median house price at $872,000, roughly 8% below Pearcedale ($952,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Langwarrin or Pearcedale have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Pearcedale scores 1023 vs 1013 in Langwarrin. 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, Langwarrin or Pearcedale?
Langwarrin scores 10/100 on walkability vs 4/100. 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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