Winthrop vs Bateman
Bateman (median $1,097,500) is roughly 21% cheaper to buy into than Winthrop ($1,389,500).
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Winthrop and Bateman side by side
| Measure | Winthrop | Bateman |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,389,500 | $1,097,500 |
| Median unit | $343,440 | $747,500 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 88.0% | 78.0% |
| Renter occupied | 10.0% | 21.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1099 | 1116 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 44 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 6,020 | 3,832 |
| Median age | 45 | 41 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 720 mm | 720 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.0°C | 31.0°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
Winthrop scores higher on walkability (44/100 vs 0/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Bateman (1116) sits above Winthrop (1099). Winthrop skews owner-occupied (88%), Bateman runs more rental-dense (78% owner).
- For buyers
- Bateman is the lower entry point at $1,097,500 median, 21% 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
- Bateman edges out on average school ICSEA (1116 vs 1099).
Winthrop vs Bateman: common questions
Is Winthrop or Bateman cheaper to buy in?
Bateman has the lower median house price at $1,097,500, roughly 21% below Winthrop ($1,389,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Winthrop or Bateman have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Bateman scores 1116 vs 1099 in Winthrop. 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, Winthrop or Bateman?
Winthrop scores 44/100 on walkability vs 0/100. 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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