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Balwyn vs Hawthorn East
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Balwyn and Hawthorn East.
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Balwyn and Hawthorn East 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 $2,485,000 in Hawthorn East. Balwyn's median unit price sits at $775,000, compared with $600,000 in Hawthorn East. Balwyn recorded an annual house-price decline of 8%, while Hawthorn East's figure declined by 9.3% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 29 days in Balwyn and 29 days in Hawthorn East. Median house prices differ between the two suburbs, with Balwyn recording the higher headline median on the latest snapshot. Current selling timelines remain closely aligned on the latest days-on-market figures for both suburbs.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Balwyn and Hawthorn East.
| Metric | Balwyn | Hawthorn East |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.67M | $2.48M |
| Median unit price | $850,000 | $640,000 |
| Annual house price change | -7.10% | -6.23% |
| Median days on market | 29 days | 27 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Balwyn and Hawthorn East.
- Balwyn
- Hawthorn East
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Balwyn and Hawthorn East.
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 East
Hawthorn East 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 Central Gardens 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.
School comparison
Review nearby schools and education options listed for Balwyn and Hawthorn East.
Balwyn
Hawthorn East
Auburn South Primary School
Government
419 Tooronga Rd, Hawthorn East VIC 3123, Australia
Auburn High School
Government
26 Burgess St, Hawthorn East VIC 3122, Australia
Seda College (victoria)
Independent
357 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia
Auburn Primary School
Government
Auburn Primary School, 51 Rathmines Rd, Hawthorn East VIC 3123, Australia
Alia College
Independent
405 Tooronga Rd, Hawthorn East VIC 3123, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Balwyn and Hawthorn East.
Both Balwyn and Hawthorn East 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 East is served by Auburn and Camberwell stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Riversdale Road. While both suburbs are well connected, Balwyn and Hawthorn East offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Balwyn | Hawthorn East |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Canterbury | Auburn |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein |
| Major trams | 109, 72 | 70, 75 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Hawthorn East 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 East lists 5 nearby schools compared with 3 in Balwyn under the same search rules. Transport pages for Balwyn and Hawthorn East cover train, tram and bus and road connections. Current days-on-market figures are similar, so the clearer distinction may lie in pricing, housing mix and local amenities rather than selling speed.
Current properties for sale
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