North Wonthaggi vs South Dudley
South Dudley (median $489,500) is roughly 20% cheaper to buy into than North Wonthaggi ($614,500).
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North Wonthaggi and South Dudley side by side
| Measure | North Wonthaggi | South Dudley |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $614,500 | $489,500 |
| Median unit | $205,920 | $205,920 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 77.0% | 73.0% |
| Renter occupied | 20.0% | 24.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 7 | 7 |
| Average ICSEA | 982 | 982 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 100 | 8 |
| Transit score | 30 | 20 |
| Bike score | 60 | 40 |
| Population | 3,475 | 421 |
| Median age | 42 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 940 mm | 940 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.4°C | 24.4°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
North Wonthaggi scores higher on walkability (100/100 vs 8/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household.
- For buyers
- South Dudley is the lower entry point at $489,500 median, 20% 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
- North Wonthaggi has a heavier family-household mix (71% vs 59%), which typically signals stronger demand for family-amenable infrastructure (parks, schools, supermarkets).
North Wonthaggi vs South Dudley: common questions
Is North Wonthaggi or South Dudley cheaper to buy in?
South Dudley has the lower median house price at $489,500, roughly 20% below North Wonthaggi ($614,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Which is more walkable, North Wonthaggi or South Dudley?
North Wonthaggi scores 100/100 on walkability vs 8/100. 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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