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Hawthorn vs Windsor

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

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Hawthorn and Windsor comparison summary

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

The latest comparison places Hawthorn's median house price at $2,237,500, compared with $1,350,000 in Windsor. Hawthorn's median unit price sits at $616,000, compared with $470,000 in Windsor. The figures show a substantial difference in median house price between Windsor and Hawthorn, while other headline measures on this page help place those medians in context. Historical charts below provide further context on how house and apartment prices have moved across both suburbs. Use the side-by-side figures and charts on this page to review how each suburb compares before inspecting individual properties.

Side-by-side market snapshot

Compare the latest headline property figures for Hawthorn and Windsor.

Comparable stats for Hawthorn and Windsor
MetricHawthornWindsor
Median house price$2.55M$1.56M
Median unit price$588,250$546,000
Annual house price change-19.05%+7.59%
Median days on market25 days26 days

Median sale price comparison

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Lifestyle comparison

Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Hawthorn and Windsor.

Hawthorn

Hawthorn 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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Windsor

Windsor offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Prahran Square 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.

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School comparison

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Transport comparison

Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Hawthorn and Windsor.

Both Windsor and Hawthorn provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Windsor offers quick access to Melbourne's CBD via Windsor and Prahran stations, supported by frequent tram services along High Street — Glen Iris to CBD via Prahran and Chapel Street — Richmond. Hawthorn is served by Hawthorn and Glenferrie stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Glenferrie Road. While both suburbs are well connected, Windsor is often preferred for fast inner-city access, whereas Hawthorn offers broader rail connectivity across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.

Transport features for Hawthorn and Windsor
FeatureHawthornWindsor
Closest stationHawthornWindsor
Train linesLilydale, Belgrave and AlameinSandringham
Major trams16, 756, 78, 12
Bus routesYesYes

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Comparison verdict

A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.

Windsor may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Hawthorn sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Hawthorn lists 8 nearby schools compared with 2 in Windsor under the same search rules. Transport pages for Hawthorn and Windsor 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 and Windsor. 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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