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Balwyn North vs Camberwell
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Balwyn North and Camberwell.
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Balwyn North and Camberwell comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Balwyn North's median house price at $2,200,000, compared with $2,385,500 in Camberwell. Balwyn North's median unit price sits at $850,999, compared with $800,000 in Camberwell. Balwyn North recorded an annual house-price decline of 11.2%, while Camberwell's figure declined by 2.6% over the matching period. Camberwell recorded a shorter median selling period of 29 days, compared with 32 days in Balwyn North. Median house prices differ between the two suburbs, with Camberwell recording the higher headline median on the latest snapshot. 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 Balwyn North and Camberwell.
| Metric | Balwyn North | Camberwell |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.26M | $2.40M |
| Median unit price | $1,110,000 | $900,000 |
| Annual house price change | -3.91% | -9.50% |
| Median days on market | 28 days | 26 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Balwyn North and Camberwell.
- Balwyn North
- Camberwell
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Balwyn North and Camberwell.
Balwyn North
Balwyn North presents a mixed residential lifestyle where dining and cafés, parks and open space, everyday shopping and services and train, tram and bus and road access share prominence, with Koonung Creek Reserve among the area's notable open spaces. The suburb supports practical day-to-day routines without leaning heavily on a single amenity type or evening economy.
Camberwell
Camberwell 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
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Balwyn North
St Bridget'S School
Catholic
44 Sweyn St, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
St Bede'S School
Catholic
2 Marwal Ave, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
Belle Vue Primary School
Government
20 Highview Rd, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
Balwyn High School
Government
Buchanan Ave, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
Greythorn Primary School
Government
124 Greythorn Rd, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
Boroondara Park Primary School
Government
40 Almond St, Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Balwyn North and Camberwell.
Both Balwyn North and Camberwell provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Balwyn North is served by Union and Surrey Hills stations on the Lilydale and Belgrave lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Whitehorse Road — Port Melbourne. Camberwell is served by Camberwell stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Burke Road. While both suburbs are well connected, Balwyn North and Camberwell offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Balwyn North | Camberwell |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Union | Camberwell |
| Train lines | Lilydale and Belgrave | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein |
| Major trams | 109, 48 | 72, 70, 75 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Balwyn North may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Camberwell sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Balwyn North may suit buyers comparing detached or house-dominated stock on the latest sales mix, while Camberwell may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix. Balwyn North lists 7 nearby schools compared with 3 in Camberwell under the same search rules. Transport pages for Balwyn North and Camberwell 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 Balwyn North and Camberwell.
Current properties for sale
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