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1,179 suburbs

Showing 351 to 375, best first. Tick two to four suburbs to compare them side by side.

  1. Ettalong Beach NSW 2257

    Very Good

    A revitalised coastal village offering a unique blend of retro charm, ferry connectivity to Sydney's Northern Beaches, and a sophisticated café culture.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 9 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent ferry and bus links; Woy Woy rail is the backbone for Sydney access.

    Median house price $1,300,000 Median house rent $628 a week

    Report updated 6 Mar 2026

  2. Garran ACT 2605

    Very Good

    A prestigious medical and educational enclave offering large land holdings and immediate proximity to the ACT's primary healthcare precinct.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 6 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Frequent bus services to Woden and City; proximity to Hindmarsh Drive.

    Median house price $1,350,000 Median house rent $750 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  3. Glenorchy TAS 7010

    Good

    A resilient, amenity-rich hub offering Hobart's best balance of affordability and infrastructure for families and first-home buyers.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 7 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent bus services via the Metro Tasmania hub; Intercity Cycleway provides a safe bike route to Hobart.

    Median house price $600,000 Median house rent $560 a week

    Report updated 6 Mar 2026

  4. Grovedale VIC 3216

    Good

    A strategic family stronghold offering a balanced lifestyle between Geelong's CBD and the world-class beaches of the Surf Coast.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 5 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent rail links via two stations and frequent bus services to Geelong CBD.

    Median house price $695,000 Median house rent $530 a week

    Report updated 12 Mar 2026

  5. Hawthorne QLD 4171

    Very Good

    An elite riverside enclave blending historic Queenslander charm with high-end modern luxury and a sophisticated cafe culture.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 8 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: CityCat ferry is the highlight; bus routes 230 and 232 provide CBD links.

    Median house price $2,300,000 Median house rent $900 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  6. Hermit Park QLD 4812

    Very Good

    A prestigious inner-city pocket defined by character Queenslanders, elite schooling, and a leafy family atmosphere.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 7 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent road connectivity; 5 minutes to CBD. Regular bus services along Charters Towers Road.

    Median house price $650,000 Median house rent $455 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  7. Idalia QLD 4811

    Good

    A premium master-planned lakeside community offering modern family living with exceptional proximity to Townsville's CBD and major defense hubs.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 6 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent road links; 8 minutes to CBD; bus route 201 serves the area.

    Median house price $775,000 Median house rent $650 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  8. Kew NSW 2439

    Good

    A serene rural-residential gateway offering a balanced lifestyle between the hinterland and the Camden Haven coast.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 3 of 10
    • Amenity 5 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Dependent on private vehicles; easy highway access but limited bus services.

    Median house price $892,500 Median house rent $530 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  9. Kuluin QLD 4558

    Good

    A strategic family enclave offering the convenience of Maroochydore's CBD without the premium coastal price tag.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 5 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Easy motorway access but bus frequency could be improved for commuters.

    Median house price $1,070,000 Median house rent $790 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  10. Kurraba Point NSW 2089

    Excellent

    An ultra-exclusive harbourfront peninsula offering serene seclusion and premier ferry access to the CBD.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 6 of 10
    • Amenity 5 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Ferry is the jewel; bus services are infrequent. Car dependency is high for shopping.

    Median house price $6,000,000 Median house rent $800 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  11. Kurri Kurri NSW 2327

    Good

    A historic mining town evolving into a strategic Hunter Valley commuter hub with high affordability and rapid expressway connectivity.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 6 of 10
    • Amenity 6 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent for car owners via M15; poor for non-drivers.

    Median house price $650,000 Median house rent $530 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  12. Lawson ACT 2617

    Good

    A premium, high-density lakeside precinct transitioning from a student-centric hub to a sophisticated urban village with the rollout of Lawson North.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 6 of 10
    • Amenity 6 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Good bus connectivity; close to Ginninderra Drive for quick city access.

    Median house price $772,000 Median house rent $800 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  13. Lindisfarne TAS 7015

    Very Good

    A prestigious riverside enclave combining a charming village atmosphere with some of Hobart's most sought-after waterfront vistas.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 7 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Frequent bus links to Rosny Park and Hobart CBD; excellent cycling via the Foreshore Trail.

    Median house price $765,000 Median house rent $600 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  14. Mangerton NSW 2500

    Very Good

    The premier garden suburb of the Illawarra, offering elevated heritage charm and proximity to the region's top-tier private education.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 5 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Convenient access to the M1 for Sydney commuters; Coniston station is the closest rail link.

    Median house price $1,362,500 Median house rent $790 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  15. Menangle Park NSW 2563

    Good

    A premium master-planned community offering a semi-rural lifestyle with high-growth urban connectivity in the Macarthur region.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 4 of 10
    • Amenity 6 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Good rail links via Menangle Park Station; Hume Motorway provides 50-60 min commute to Sydney CBD.

    Median house price $745,000 Median house rent $760 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  16. Menora WA 6050

    Very Good

    A prestigious, heritage-protected garden suburb offering quiet, leafy streets and exceptional proximity to Perth CBD.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 6 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Reliable bus routes to CBD; 10-minute drive to Perth center.

    Median house price $2,465,000 Median house rent $1,090 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  17. Moss Vale NSW 2577

    Very Good

    The Southern Highlands' industrial and administrative heart evolving into a premier family-centric lifestyle destination.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 6 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent rail connectivity; local bus services are limited.

    Median house price $1,020,000 Median house rent $700 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  18. Newstead TAS 7250

    Very Good

    Launceston's premier leafy heritage suburb, offering a blend of prestigious schooling and mid-century architectural charm.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 7 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Well-serviced by Metro Tasmania buses; 5-minute drive to CBD.

    Median house price $716,250 Median house rent $550 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  19. North Booval QLD 4304

    Average

    A riverside residential pocket offering exceptional entry-level affordability and rail connectivity, heavily defined by its Bremer River flood profile.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 5 of 10
    • Amenity 6 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent rail access via Booval station; easy access to the Warrego and Cunningham Highways.

    Median house price $665,000 Median house rent $535 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  20. Paddington NSW 2021

    Very Good

    A premier heritage enclave defined by Victorian terrace architecture, high-end fashion, and a sophisticated urban village atmosphere.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 10 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Frequent bus services along Oxford St; 10-15 min walk to Edgecliff Train Station.

    Median house price $3,637,500 Median house rent $1,372 a week

    Report updated 6 Mar 2026

  21. Parmelia WA 6167

    Good (Value-focused)

    A value-driven family suburb in Perth's south, known for its large residential blocks and proximity to the Kwinana industrial and transport hubs.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 4 of 10
    • Amenity 6 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Strong; Kwinana Freeway and Mandurah Line provide excellent north-south connectivity.

    Median house price $626,500 Median house rent $580 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  22. Pearce ACT 2607

    Very Good

    A prestigious Woden Valley enclave offering elevated views, large blocks, and elite school catchments near Mt Taylor.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 6 of 10
    • Amenity 8 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Reliable bus routes to Woden Interchange; easy access to Tuggeranong Parkway.

    Median house price $1,327,500 Median house rent $750 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  23. Red Hill QLD 4059

    Very Good

    A prestigious, hilly inner-city enclave defined by its historic Queenslander architecture, steep terrain, and vibrant cafe culture.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 7 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Frequent bus services along Waterworks and Musgrave Roads; no train station.

    Median house price $1,800,000 Median house rent $750 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  24. Rochedale QLD 4123

    Very Good

    A premier master-planned residential enclave defined by luxury contemporary builds and elite educational proximity.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 4 of 10
    • Amenity 7 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Excellent motorway access; bus services are present but infrequent within estates.

    Median house price $1,800,000 Median house rent $1,060 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  25. Sandy Bay TAS 7005

    Very Good

    Hobart's premier riverside enclave offering a prestigious blend of academic heritage, elite schooling, and high-value waterfront real estate.

    • Transport 7 of 10
    • Walkability 7 of 10
    • Amenity 9 of 10
    • Overall – of 10

    Transport, from the report: Frequent bus services to CBD; limited cycling infrastructure on main roads.

    Median house price $1,287,500 Median house rent $632 a week

    Report updated 6 Mar 2026

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