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CAMBERWELL
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Camberwell vs Canterbury
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Camberwell and Canterbury.
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Camberwell and Canterbury comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Camberwell's median house price at $2,385,500, compared with $3,260,000 in Canterbury. Camberwell's median unit price sits at $800,000, compared with $912,000 in Canterbury. Camberwell recorded an annual house-price decline of 2.6%, while Canterbury's figure declined by 32.2% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 29 days in Camberwell and 29 days in Canterbury. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Camberwell and Canterbury, 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 Camberwell and Canterbury.
| Metric | Camberwell | Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.40M | $3.26M |
| Median unit price | $900,000 | $995,000 |
| Annual house price change | -9.50% | -13.15% |
| Median days on market | 26 days | 28 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Camberwell and Canterbury.
- Camberwell
- Canterbury
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Camberwell and Canterbury.
Camberwell
Camberwell 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 Markham 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.
Canterbury
Canterbury offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Canterbury Gardens 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.
School comparison
Review nearby schools and education options listed for Camberwell and Canterbury.
Camberwell
Canterbury
Strathcona Baptist Girls' Grammar
Independent
34 Scott St, Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia
Camberwell Grammar School
Independent
55 Mont Albert Rd, Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia
Canterbury Primary School
Government
Molesworth St, Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia
Canterbury Girls Secondary College
Government
16 Mangarra Rd, Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia
Camberwell Girls Grammar School
Independent
2 Torrington St, Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia
Camberwell High School
Government
100A Prospect Hill Rd, Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Camberwell and Canterbury.
Both Camberwell and Canterbury provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Camberwell is served by Camberwell stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Burke Road. Canterbury is served by Canterbury and Chatham stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Whitehorse Road. While both suburbs are well connected, Camberwell and Canterbury offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Camberwell | Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Camberwell | Canterbury |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein |
| Major trams | 72, 70, 75 | 109, 72 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Camberwell may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Canterbury sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Camberwell may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix, while Canterbury may suit buyers comparing detached or house-dominated stock on the latest sales mix. Canterbury lists 6 nearby schools compared with 3 in Camberwell under the same search rules. Transport pages for Camberwell and Canterbury 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
View currently available properties in Camberwell and Canterbury alongside the broader suburb comparison.