Leeuwin vs Deepdene.
Comparing two suburbs with median house prices of $330,000 and $418,000.
Leeuwin (median $330,000) is roughly 21% cheaper to buy into than Deepdene ($418,000).
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Deepdene (1036) sits above Leeuwin (1010).
Price & Market
Rental
Lifestyle & Demographics
Risk & Hazard
Schools
Climate
Green dot = better on that metric (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk).
For buyers
Leeuwin is the lower entry point at $330,000 median, 21% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
For investors
Leeuwin offers the higher gross rental yield (4.33% vs 3.42%), favouring cash-flow investors.
For families
Deepdene edges out on average school ICSEA (1036 vs 1010).
Common questions
Is Leeuwin or Deepdene cheaper to buy in?
Leeuwin has the lower median house price at $330,000, roughly 21% below Deepdene ($418,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Leeuwin or Deepdene have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Deepdene scores 1036 vs 1010 in Leeuwin. 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 suburb has higher rental yield, Leeuwin or Deepdene?
Gross rental yield on houses is 4.33% in Leeuwin vs 3.42% in Deepdene. Gross yield equals annual rent divided by purchase price. Net yield (after strata, rates, insurance, agent fees and maintenance) typically runs 1.5-2 percentage points lower.
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