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Ashburton vs Kew
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Ashburton and Kew.
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Ashburton and Kew comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Ashburton's median house price at $1,980,000, compared with $2,350,000 in Kew. Ashburton's median unit price sits at $965,500, compared with $678,500 in Kew. Ashburton recorded an annual house-price decline of 9.1%, while Kew's figure declined by 11.8% over the matching period. Ashburton recorded a shorter median selling period of 25 days, compared with 29 days in Kew. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Ashburton and Kew, while other headline measures on this page help place those medians in context. Both suburbs recorded house-price movement in the same direction over the matching annual period.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Ashburton and Kew.
| Metric | Ashburton | Kew |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.98M | $2.60M |
| Median unit price | $1,180,000 | $819,000 |
| Annual house price change | +0.83% | -7.57% |
| Median days on market | 26 days | 27 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Ashburton and Kew.
- Ashburton
- Kew
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Ashburton and Kew.
Ashburton
Ashburton offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Markham Reserve among the area's notable open spaces. Everyday shopping, transport and health services remain accessible throughout the suburb, while green space provides a clear point of difference in how the suburb feels day to day.
Kew
Kew is shaped by its concentration of cafés, restaurants and evening venues, with food and drink forming a noticeable part of everyday life rather than a background convenience. Parks, trails and open space provide balance within the suburb, while train, tram and bus and road connections and everyday shopping support practical access across the area.
School comparison
Review nearby schools and education options listed for Ashburton and Kew.
Ashburton
Kew
Ruyton Girls' School
Independent
12 Selbourne Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Genazzano Fcj College
Catholic
301 Cotham Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Methodist Ladies' College
Independent
207 Barkers Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Sacred Heart School
Catholic
116 Cotham Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Xavier College
Catholic
135 Barkers Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Trinity Grammar School Kew
Independent
40 Charles St, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Ashburton and Kew.
Both Ashburton and Kew provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Ashburton is served by Ashburton and Glen Iris stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein and Glen Waverley lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Burke Road — Camberwell, Gardiner interchange, Brighton, University precinct. Kew is served by Auburn and Hawthorn stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along High Street. While both suburbs are well connected, Ashburton and Kew offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Ashburton | Kew |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Ashburton | Auburn |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein and Glen Waverley | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein |
| Major trams | 72, 75 | 109, 48 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Ashburton may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Kew sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Ashburton may suit buyers comparing detached or house-dominated stock on the latest sales mix, while Kew may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix. Kew lists 11 nearby schools compared with 3 in Ashburton under the same search rules. Transport pages for Ashburton and Kew cover train, tram and bus and road connections. The better fit depends on buyer priorities, so compare individual properties, school requirements, transport routes and current listings for Ashburton and Kew.
Current properties for sale
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