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HAWTHORN
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Balwyn vs Hawthorn
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Balwyn and Hawthorn.
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Balwyn and Hawthorn comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Balwyn's median house price at $2,665,000, compared with $2,650,000 in Hawthorn. Balwyn's median unit price sits at $775,000, compared with $600,000 in Hawthorn. Balwyn recorded an annual house-price decline of 8%, while Hawthorn's figure declined by 13.3% over the matching period. Hawthorn recorded a shorter median selling period of 26 days, compared with 29 days in Balwyn. Median house prices sit relatively close on the latest snapshot, with Balwyn marginally above Hawthorn on the headline house median. 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 and Hawthorn.
| Metric | Balwyn | Hawthorn |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.67M | $2.65M |
| Median unit price | $850,000 | $590,000 |
| Annual house price change | -7.10% | -15.87% |
| Median days on market | 29 days | 25 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Balwyn and Hawthorn.
- Balwyn
- Hawthorn
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Balwyn and Hawthorn.
Balwyn
Balwyn offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Beckett Park 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.
Hawthorn
Hawthorn 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 and Hawthorn.
Balwyn
Hawthorn
Swinburne Senior Secondary College
Government
505 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia
Hawthorn West Primary School
Government
16 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia
Rossbourne School
Independent
131 Power St, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia
Scotch College
Independent
1 Morrison St, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia
Bialik College
Independent
429 Auburn Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia
Erasmus Primary School
Independent
40 Lisson Grove, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Balwyn and Hawthorn.
Both Balwyn and Hawthorn provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Balwyn is served by Canterbury and Chatham stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Whitehorse Road. Hawthorn is served by Hawthorn and Glenferrie stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Glenferrie Road. While both suburbs are well connected, Balwyn and Hawthorn offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Balwyn | Hawthorn |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Canterbury | Hawthorn |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein |
| Major trams | 109, 72 | 16, 75 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Hawthorn may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Balwyn sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Both suburbs may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix. Hawthorn lists 8 nearby schools compared with 3 in Balwyn under the same search rules. Transport pages for Balwyn and Hawthorn 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 and Hawthorn.
Current properties for sale
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