Wonthaggi vs North Wonthaggi
Wonthaggi (median $490,000) is roughly 20% cheaper to buy into than North Wonthaggi ($614,500).
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Wonthaggi and North Wonthaggi side by side
| Measure | Wonthaggi | North Wonthaggi |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $490,000 | $614,500 |
| Median unit | $385,000 | $205,920 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 67.0% | 77.0% |
| Renter occupied | 29.0% | 20.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 7 | 7 |
| Average ICSEA | 982 | 982 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 100 | 100 |
| Transit score | 30 | 30 |
| Bike score | 60 | 60 |
| Population | 5,215 | 3,475 |
| Median age | 55 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 940 mm | 940 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.4°C | 24.4°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
North Wonthaggi skews owner-occupied (77%), Wonthaggi runs more rental-dense (67% owner).
- For buyers
- Wonthaggi is the lower entry point at $490,000 median, 20% 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
- North Wonthaggi has a heavier family-household mix (71% vs 55%), which typically signals stronger demand for family-amenable infrastructure (parks, schools, supermarkets).
Wonthaggi vs North Wonthaggi: common questions
Is Wonthaggi or North Wonthaggi cheaper to buy in?
Wonthaggi has the lower median house price at $490,000, roughly 20% below North Wonthaggi ($614,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
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