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Hawthorn East vs Toorak
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Hawthorn East and Toorak.
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Hawthorn East and Toorak 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 $4,675,000 in Toorak. Hawthorn East's median unit price sits at $600,000, compared with $860,000 in Toorak. Hawthorn East recorded an annual house-price decline of 9.3%, while Toorak's figure declined by 33.1% over the matching period. Hawthorn East recorded a shorter median selling period of 29 days, compared with 41 days in Toorak. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Hawthorn East and Toorak, while other headline measures on this page help place those medians in context. Both suburbs recorded house-price movement in the same direction over the matching annual period.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Hawthorn East and Toorak.
| Metric | Hawthorn East | Toorak |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.48M | $4.67M |
| Median unit price | $640,000 | $921,000 |
| Annual house price change | -6.23% | -23.49% |
| Median days on market | 27 days | 28 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Hawthorn East and Toorak.
- Hawthorn East
- Toorak
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Hawthorn East and Toorak.
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.
Toorak
Toorak 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.
School comparison
Review nearby schools and education options listed for Hawthorn East and Toorak.
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 Hawthorn East and Toorak.
Both Hawthorn East and Toorak 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. Toorak is served by Toorak and Hawksburn stations on the Cranbourne, Pakenham, Frankston and Sandringham lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Toorak Road — West Coburg. While both suburbs are well connected, Hawthorn East and Toorak offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Hawthorn East | Toorak |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Auburn | Toorak |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Cranbourne, Pakenham, Frankston and Sandringham |
| Major trams | 70, 75 | 58, 72 |
| 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 Toorak 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 4 in Toorak under the same search rules. Transport pages for Hawthorn East and Toorak cover train, tram and bus and road connections. The better fit depends on buyer priorities, so compare individual properties, school requirements, transport routes and current listings for Hawthorn East and Toorak.
Current properties for sale
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