HAWTHORN EAST霍桑东

House Median
Local$2,500,000
Melbourne Median$1,083,043
Unit Median
Local$590,000
Melbourne Median$590,597
Safety Index
Local Crime Rate6,047
VIC Average6,810
Chinese %
Local13.8%
VIC Average6.6%
VCE Schools
Local2
Nearby6
Train Lines
Local Station Yes
Nearby Station Yes

HAWTHORN EAST Property & Rent

Price data: © State Government of Victoria | Rent data: LGA average

HAWTHORN EAST median house price is $2.50M, with +66% growth over 10 years, 131% above Melbourne median, unit median $590K.

Price Trend (2014-2024)

House Median Unit Median
House Price
$2,500,000
House Growth
+66%2014-2024
Unit Price
$590,000
Unit Growth
+15%2014-2024
3BR House
$820/wk
2BR House
$650/wk
3BR Unit
$820/wk
2BR Unit
$595/wk

HAWTHORN EAST Safety Index

Data source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria (Oct 2024 - Sep 2025)

Crime rate of 6,047 per 100k residents, 11% below the VIC average. Relatively safe area.

Relatively Safe
Crime rate 6,047 per 100kBelow VIC average (6,810)
897
Total Annual Offences

Crime DistributionClick to view details

HAWTHORN EAST Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Total population of 14,834, 13.8% Chinese residents, above VIC average.

Population Overview

14,834
Total Population
4,257
/km² Density
13.8%
Chinese %
Well Above Avg

Top Ethnicities

1
English
4,633 people
31.2%
2
Aust
3,859 people
26.0%
3
Chinese
2,042 people
13.8%
4
Irish
1,902 people
12.8%
5
Scottish
1,648 people
11.1%

Transport

11.1 km
To CBD
17 min
Drive to CBD
31 min
Transit to CBD
Has Station
Local station
Train Lines:
Alamein lineBelgrave lineLilydale line

HAWTHORN EAST Nearby Suburbs

Property data: © State Government of Victoria | 6 neighbours

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HAWTHORN EAST Overview

HAWTHORN EAST is situated in Eastern Melbourne, home to 14,834 residents according to the ABS 2021 Census, with a population density of 4257 people/km².

Property: The local property market shows strong performance based on Data Vic Q2 2025 data, with median house prices reaching $2.5M (representing a 66% increase over 10 years) and median unit prices at $0.6M (up 15% over the same period).

Education: Educational options include well-performing schools according to VCAA 2025 VCE results. Auburn High School serves as the local public option, ranking #20 among public schools, while Alia College provides private education, ranked #202 among private institutions.

Safety: The area maintains excellent safety standards with a crime rate of 6047 per 100,000 residents according to the Crime Statistics Agency (September 2025). This represents 0.89x the Victorian average of 6810, establishing it as a safe neighbourhood.

Demographics: The suburb features a diverse community with Chinese residents making up 13.80% of the population (approximately 2,047 people), indicating a moderate Chinese presence in the area.

Transport: Hawthorn East enjoys convenient connectivity, positioned approximately 11.1km from the CBD with a typical 17-minute drive. Public transport access is provided through train stations on the Alamein, Belgrave, and Lilydale lines.

HAWTHORN EAST FAQ

According to Data Vic Q2 2025, HAWTHORN EAST has a median house price of $2.5M, up 66% over 10 years, and median unit price of $0.6M, up 15% over 10 years. Moderate price growth, suitable for owner-occupiers or long-term holdings.