Robertson vs Burrawang
Robertson (median $1,075,000) is roughly 41% cheaper to buy into than Burrawang ($1,820,000).
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Robertson and Burrawang side by side
| Measure | Robertson | Burrawang |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,075,000 | $1,820,000 |
| Median unit | $317,520 | $317,520 |
| House price change, 12 months | -6.5% | – |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $705/wk | $705/wk |
| Unit rent | $515/wk | $515/wk |
| Owner occupied | 83.0% | 80.0% |
| Renter occupied | 14.0% | 19.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1024 | 1046 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 2,017 | 431 |
| Median age | 47 | 54 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1398 mm | 1116 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.7°C | 25.1°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 Burrawang (1046) sits above Robertson (1024).
- For buyers
- Robertson is the lower entry point at $1,075,000 median, 41% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
- For investors
- Robertson offers the higher gross rental yield (3.41% vs 2.01%), favouring cash-flow investors.
- For families
- Burrawang edges out on average school ICSEA (1046 vs 1024).
Robertson vs Burrawang: common questions
Is Robertson or Burrawang cheaper to buy in?
Robertson has the lower median house price at $1,075,000, roughly 41% below Burrawang ($1,820,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Robertson or Burrawang have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Burrawang scores 1046 vs 1024 in Robertson. 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, Robertson or Burrawang?
Gross rental yield on houses is 3.41% in Robertson vs 2.01% in Burrawang. 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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