Melbourne
Canterbury vs Kew East
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Canterbury and Kew East.
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Canterbury and Kew East comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Canterbury's median house price at $3,260,000, compared with $2,175,000 in Kew East. Canterbury's median unit price sits at $912,000, compared with $845,000 in Kew East. Canterbury recorded an annual house-price decline of 32.2%, while Kew East's figure declined by 5.4% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 29 days in Canterbury and 27 days in Kew East. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Kew East 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 Canterbury and Kew East.
| Metric | Canterbury | Kew East |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $3.26M | $2.17M |
| Median unit price | $995,000 | $1,002,000 |
| Annual house price change | -13.15% | -5.43% |
| Median days on market | 28 days | 27 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Canterbury and Kew East.
- Canterbury
- Kew East
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Canterbury and Kew East.
Canterbury
Canterbury 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 Canterbury 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.
Kew East
Kew East offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Willsmere 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.
School comparison
Review nearby schools and education options listed for Canterbury and Kew East.
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 Canterbury and Kew East.
Both Canterbury and Kew East provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Canterbury is served by Canterbury and Chatham stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Whitehorse Road. Kew East is served by East Camberwell and Canterbury stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein and Burnley lines, alongside multiple tram routes along High Street. While both suburbs are well connected, Canterbury and Kew East offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Canterbury | Kew East |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Canterbury | East Camberwell |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein and Burnley |
| Major trams | 109, 72 | 48, 109 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Kew East may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Canterbury sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Both suburbs may suit buyers comparing detached or house-dominated stock on the latest sales mix. Transport pages for Canterbury and Kew 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. Buyers should compare individual properties, school requirements, transport routes and current listings before deciding which suburb better matches their budget and day-to-day needs.
Current properties for sale
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