Vermont South vs Vermont
Vermont (median $1,395,500) is roughly 8% cheaper to buy into than Vermont South ($1,510,500).
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Vermont South and Vermont side by side
| Measure | Vermont South | Vermont |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,510,500 | $1,395,500 |
| Median unit | $875,000 | $1,005,000 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $630/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $578/wk |
| Owner occupied | 81.0% | 79.0% |
| Renter occupied | 14.0% | 19.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1115 | 1101 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 8 | 6 |
| Transit score | 70 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 11,954 | 10,993 |
| Median age | 46 | 40 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 817 mm | 817 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.7°C | 26.7°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
Vermont South scores higher on walkability (8/100 vs 6/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Vermont South (1115) sits above Vermont (1101).
- For buyers
- Vermont is the lower entry point at $1,395,500 median, 8% 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
- Vermont South edges out on average school ICSEA (1115 vs 1101).
Vermont South vs Vermont: common questions
Is Vermont South or Vermont cheaper to buy in?
Vermont has the lower median house price at $1,395,500, roughly 8% below Vermont South ($1,510,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Vermont South or Vermont have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Vermont South scores 1115 vs 1101 in Vermont. 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, Vermont South or Vermont?
Vermont South scores 8/100 on walkability vs 6/100. 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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