12 Kingston Road
322
SURREY HILLS
$1,775,000
Melbourne
Balwyn vs Surrey Hills
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Balwyn and Surrey Hills.
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Balwyn and Surrey Hills 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 $2,200,000 in Surrey Hills. Balwyn's median unit price sits at $775,000, compared with $830,000 in Surrey Hills. Balwyn recorded an annual house-price decline of 8%, while Surrey Hills's figure declined by 4.8% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 29 days in Balwyn and 27 days in Surrey Hills. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Surrey Hills and Balwyn, while other headline measures on this page help place those medians in context. 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 Surrey Hills.
| Metric | Balwyn | Surrey Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.67M | $2.20M |
| Median unit price | $850,000 | $902,000 |
| Annual house price change | -7.10% | -3.93% |
| Median days on market | 29 days | 26 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Balwyn and Surrey Hills.
- Balwyn
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Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Balwyn and Surrey Hills.
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.
Surrey Hills
Surrey Hills has a strong mix of health, fitness facilities, and everyday services, supported by local shopping and transport links nearby. Parks, recreation facilities and nearby cafés contribute to an active and practical daily lifestyle without relying on a single entertainment strip.
School comparison
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Transport comparison
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Both Balwyn and Surrey Hills 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. Surrey Hills is served by Surrey Hills and Mont Albert stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Whitehorse Road. While both suburbs are well connected, Balwyn and Surrey Hills offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Balwyn | Surrey Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Canterbury | Surrey Hills |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein |
| Major trams | 109, 72 | 109, 72 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Surrey Hills may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Balwyn sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Balwyn may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix, while Surrey Hills may suit buyers comparing detached or house-dominated stock on the latest sales mix. Transport pages for Balwyn and Surrey Hills 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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