Somers vs Bittern
Bittern (median $840,000) is roughly 39% cheaper to buy into than Somers ($1,387,500).
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Somers and Bittern side by side
| Measure | Somers | Bittern |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,387,500 | $840,000 |
| Median unit | $343,440 | $634,500 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 85.0% | 83.0% |
| Renter occupied | 12.0% | 12.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 10 | 13 |
| Average ICSEA | 989 | 1000 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 25 | 45 |
| Population | 1,857 | 4,276 |
| Median age | 53 | 46 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 756 mm | 771 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.2°C | 24.3°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 Bittern (1000) sits above Somers (989).
- For buyers
- Bittern is the lower entry point at $840,000 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
- Bittern edges out on average school ICSEA (1000 vs 989).
Somers vs Bittern: common questions
Is Somers or Bittern cheaper to buy in?
Bittern has the lower median house price at $840,000, roughly 39% below Somers ($1,387,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Somers or Bittern have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Bittern scores 1000 vs 989 in Somers. 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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