Research vs Eltham North
Eltham North (median $1,331,000) is roughly 13% cheaper to buy into than Research ($1,530,500).
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Research and Eltham North side by side
| Measure | Research | Eltham North |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,530,500 | $1,331,000 |
| Median unit | $362,160 | $362,160 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $650/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $500/wk | – |
| Owner occupied | 92.0% | 93.0% |
| Renter occupied | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1094 | 1099 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 2 | 2 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 55 | 100 |
| Population | 2,695 | 6,830 |
| Median age | 44 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 728 mm | 679 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.2°C | 27.5°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 Eltham North (1099) sits above Research (1094).
- For buyers
- Eltham North is the lower entry point at $1,331,000 median, 13% 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
- Eltham North edges out on average school ICSEA (1099 vs 1094).
Research vs Eltham North: common questions
Is Research or Eltham North cheaper to buy in?
Eltham North has the lower median house price at $1,331,000, roughly 13% below Research ($1,530,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Research or Eltham North have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Eltham North scores 1099 vs 1094 in Research. 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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