12 Kingston Road
322
SURREY HILLS
$1,775,000
Melbourne
Kew vs Surrey Hills
Compare property prices, recent market performance, lifestyle information, schools, transport and current listings across Kew and Surrey Hills.
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Kew and Surrey Hills comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Kew's median house price at $2,350,000, compared with $2,200,000 in Surrey Hills. Kew's median unit price sits at $678,500, compared with $830,000 in Surrey Hills. Kew recorded an annual house-price decline of 11.8%, while Surrey Hills's figure declined by 4.8% over the matching period. Selling times were similar, with median days on market of 29 days in Kew and 27 days in Surrey Hills. Median house prices differ between the two suburbs, with Kew 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
Compare the latest headline property figures for Kew and Surrey Hills.
| Metric | Kew | Surrey Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.60M | $2.20M |
| Median unit price | $819,000 | $902,000 |
| Annual house price change | -7.57% | -3.93% |
| Median days on market | 27 days | 26 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Kew and Surrey Hills.
- Kew
- Surrey Hills
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Kew and Surrey Hills.
Kew
Kew 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.
Surrey Hills
Surrey Hills offers a more outdoors-focused lifestyle, with parks, trails and open spaces forming a strong part of the local amenity mix, with Surrey 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 Kew and Surrey Hills.
Kew
Ruyton Girls' School
Independent
12 Selbourne Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Genazzano Fcj College
Catholic
301 Cotham Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Methodist Ladies' College
Independent
207 Barkers Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Sacred Heart School
Catholic
116 Cotham Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Xavier College
Catholic
135 Barkers Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Trinity Grammar School Kew
Independent
40 Charles St, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Kew and Surrey Hills.
Both Kew and Surrey Hills provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Kew is served by Auburn and Hawthorn stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along High Street. Surrey Hills is served by Surrey Hills and Mont Albert stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Whitehorse Road. While both suburbs are well connected, Kew and Surrey Hills offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Kew | Surrey Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Auburn | Surrey Hills |
| Train lines | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein |
| Major trams | 109, 48 | 109, 72 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Surrey Hills may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Kew sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Kew may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix, while Surrey Hills may suit buyers comparing detached or house-dominated stock on the latest sales mix. Transport pages for Kew and Surrey Hills 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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