Eltham North vs Eltham
The verdict
Eltham is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.21M versus $1.24M in Eltham North. Eltham rates higher for transport (92 vs 63). Eltham has a shorter estimated CBD commute (49 vs 73 min).
Scores
| Eltham North | Eltham | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 76 | 86 |
| Transport | 63 | 92 |
| Education | 79 | 82 |
| Liveability | 87 | 83 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Eltham North | Eltham | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,830 | 18,847 |
| Median age | 42 | 43 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,770 | $2,391 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 51.8% | 53.9% |
| Born in Australia | 80.4% | 79.0% |
| Avg household size | 3 | 2.8 |
Growth: Eltham North Stable · Eltham Stable
Property
| Eltham North | Eltham | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.24M | $1.21M |
| Median unit price | $891K | $768K |
| House price YoY | -1.3% | -2.2% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Eltham North | Eltham | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 205 | 196 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 59 | 133 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 146 | 170 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 1,098 | 3,258 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Eltham North | Eltham | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 5 |
| Government | 3 | 3 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,100 | 1,118 |
See the full school list on each profile: Eltham North · Eltham
Transport
| Eltham North | Eltham | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 63 | 92 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 22 | 51 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 73 | 49 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.8 km | 1.1 km |
Liveability
| Eltham North | Eltham | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.8°C | 25.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 14.2°C | 14.2°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 600 | 600 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 4 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 30 |
| Parks | 32 | 68 |
| Playgrounds | 21 | 19 |
| Swimming pools | 79 | 13 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 12 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 23.5 km | 23.0 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 20.3 km | 20.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 9.8 km | 9.9 km |
Population & growth
| Eltham North | Eltham | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,830 | 18,847 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,819 | 18,817 |
| Projected 2041 | 7,439 | 20,529 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.04% | -0.04% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Eltham North or Eltham?
Eltham North and Eltham have similar residential safety scores (100 and 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Eltham North or Eltham?
Eltham is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.21M versus $1.24M.
Which has better schools, Eltham North or Eltham?
Eltham has a higher average school ICSEA (Eltham North 1100 vs Eltham 1118; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Eltham North or Eltham?
Eltham has the higher transport score (Eltham North 63/100 vs Eltham 92/100).
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