Ripponlea vs Balaclava
Balaclava (median $1,150,000) is roughly 39% cheaper to buy into than Ripponlea ($1,870,000).
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Ripponlea and Balaclava side by side
| Measure | Ripponlea | Balaclava |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,870,000 | $1,150,000 |
| Median unit | $476,300 | $576,300 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 50.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 48.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1116 | 1114 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 100 | 100 |
| Transit score | 100 | 100 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 1,532 | – |
| Median age | 34 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 617 mm | 625 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.4°C | 26.6°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 Ripponlea (1116) sits above Balaclava (1114).
- For buyers
- Balaclava is the lower entry point at $1,150,000 median, 39% 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
- Ripponlea edges out on average school ICSEA (1116 vs 1114).
Ripponlea vs Balaclava: common questions
Is Ripponlea or Balaclava cheaper to buy in?
Balaclava has the lower median house price at $1,150,000, roughly 39% below Ripponlea ($1,870,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Ripponlea or Balaclava have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Ripponlea scores 1116 vs 1114 in Balaclava. 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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