Melbourne
Balwyn North vs Richmond
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Balwyn North and Richmond.
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Balwyn North and Richmond 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 $1,374,000 in Richmond. Balwyn North's median unit price sits at $850,999, compared with $535,000 in Richmond. Balwyn North recorded an annual house-price decline of 11.2%, while Richmond's figure declined by 0% over the matching period. Richmond recorded a shorter median selling period of 25 days, compared with 32 days in Balwyn North. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Richmond and Balwyn North, 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 Balwyn North and Richmond.
| Metric | Balwyn North | Richmond |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.26M | $1.39M |
| Median unit price | $1,110,000 | $595,000 |
| Annual house price change | -3.91% | -0.39% |
| Median days on market | 28 days | 24 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Balwyn North and Richmond.
- Balwyn North
- Richmond
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Balwyn North and Richmond.
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.
Richmond
Richmond 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 Balwyn North and Richmond.
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
Richmond
Melbourne Girls College
Government
55 Yarra Blvd, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
Yarra Primary School
Government
68-76 Davison St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
Richmond Primary School
Government
Brighton St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
Richmond West Primary School
Government
25 Lennox St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
Richmond High School
Government
4 Griffiths St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
Melbourne Indigenous Transition School
Independent
371 Church St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Balwyn North and Richmond.
Both Richmond and Balwyn North provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Richmond offers quick access to Melbourne's CBD via Richmond and East Richmond stations, supported by frequent tram services along Swan Street and Church Street. 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. While both suburbs are well connected, Richmond is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Balwyn North offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
| Feature | Balwyn North | Richmond |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Union | Richmond |
| Major trams | 109, 48 | 70, 78, 12, 109 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Richmond may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Balwyn North 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 Richmond may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix. Richmond lists 9 nearby schools compared with 7 in Balwyn North under the same search rules. Transport pages for Balwyn North and Richmond 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 Richmond.
Current properties for sale
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