Smiths Beach vs Surf Beach
Surf Beach (median $740,000) is roughly 13% cheaper to buy into than Smiths Beach ($846,000).
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| Measure | Smiths Beach | Surf Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $846,000 | $740,000 |
| Median unit | $240,480 | $240,480 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 72.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 17.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 1042 | 1041 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 2 | 2 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 35 | 15 |
| Population | 315 | – |
| Median age | 51 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 728 mm | 719 mm |
| Mean max, January | 23.8°C | 24.0°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 Smiths Beach (1042) sits above Surf Beach (1041).
- For buyers
- Surf Beach is the lower entry point at $740,000 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
- Smiths Beach edges out on average school ICSEA (1042 vs 1041).
Smiths Beach vs Surf Beach: common questions
Is Smiths Beach or Surf Beach cheaper to buy in?
Surf Beach has the lower median house price at $740,000, roughly 13% below Smiths Beach ($846,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Smiths Beach or Surf Beach have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Smiths Beach scores 1042 vs 1041 in Surf Beach. 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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