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Brunswick West vs Brunswick East — Which Is Better to Buy In?

June 25, 2026

Brunswick West and Brunswick East flank the Sydney Road spine of one of Melbourne’s most in-demand inner-north suburbs. Both offer strong yields relative to inner-city suburbs with gentrification momentum. This comparison uses REIV Q2 2025 and ABS Census 2021 data.

Median House Price Comparison

Metric Brunswick West Brunswick East
Median House Price $1,280,000 $1,320,000
Median Unit Price $580,000 $610,000
Gross House Yield 3.9% 3.8%
Gross Unit Yield 4.2% 4.1%
5-Year Growth (House) 34% 36%
Owner-Occupier Rate 51% 48%
Median HH Income (ABS 2021) $1,940/wk $2,020/wk
GeeVee Investment Score 7.9/10 8.0/10

GeeVee Verdict

Brunswick East scores 8.0/10 with stronger capital growth and higher household incomes, driven by its proximity to Fitzroy North and Clifton Hill. Brunswick West scores 7.9/10 with a slight yield advantage and lower entry price. Both are strong inner-north performers.

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