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Hawthorn East vs Malvern

Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Hawthorn East and Malvern.

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Hawthorn East and Malvern comparison summary

A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.

The latest comparison places Hawthorn East's median house price at $2,485,000, compared with $2,765,500 in Malvern. Hawthorn East's median unit price sits at $600,000, compared with $647,500 in Malvern. Hawthorn East recorded an annual house-price decline of 9.3%, while Malvern's figure rose by 3.2% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 29 days in Hawthorn East and 27 days in Malvern. Median house prices differ between the two suburbs, with Malvern 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

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Comparable stats for Hawthorn East and Malvern
MetricHawthorn EastMalvern
Median house price$2.48M$2.77M
Median unit price$640,000$670,000
Annual house price change-6.23%+2.62%
Median days on market27 days27 days

Median sale price comparison

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Lifestyle comparison

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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.

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Malvern

Malvern 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.

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School comparison

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Transport comparison

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Both Hawthorn East and Malvern provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Hawthorn East is served by Auburn and Camberwell stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Riversdale Road. Malvern is served by Malvern and Gardiner stations on the Frankston, Sandringham, Glen Waverley and Cranbourne lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Glenferrie Road — Malvern terminus to CBD via Prahran. While both suburbs are well connected, Hawthorn East and Malvern offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.

Transport features for Hawthorn East and Malvern
FeatureHawthorn EastMalvern
Closest stationAuburnMalvern
Train linesLilydale, Belgrave and AlameinCranbourne, Frankston, Sandringham and Glen Waverley
Major trams70, 756, 5, 16, 72
Bus routesYesYes

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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 Malvern 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 Malvern under the same search rules. Transport pages for Hawthorn East and Malvern 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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