Studfield vs Heathmont
Studfield (median $1,043,500) is roughly 2% cheaper to buy into than Heathmont ($1,065,500).
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Studfield and Heathmont side by side
| Measure | Studfield | Heathmont |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,043,500 | $1,065,500 |
| Median unit | $725,000 | $850,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 81.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 18.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1059 | 1063 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 38 | 22 |
| Transit score | 50 | 20 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | – | 9,933 |
| Median age | – | 41 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 833 mm | 833 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.8°C | 26.8°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
Studfield scores higher on walkability (38/100 vs 22/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Heathmont (1063) sits above Studfield (1059).
- For buyers
- Studfield is the lower entry point at $1,043,500 median, 2% 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
- Heathmont edges out on average school ICSEA (1063 vs 1059).
Studfield vs Heathmont: common questions
Is Studfield or Heathmont cheaper to buy in?
Studfield has the lower median house price at $1,043,500, roughly 2% below Heathmont ($1,065,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Studfield or Heathmont have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Heathmont scores 1063 vs 1059 in Studfield. 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 is more walkable, Studfield or Heathmont?
Studfield scores 38/100 on walkability vs 22/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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