Industry experts have revealed Australia's top family-friendly suburbs that are set to outperform in 2025, helping homebuyers who are prioritising family appeal in their property search.
New REA Group data has revealed the hottest 100 suburbs for next year, chosen by a panel of property experts that are anticipated to experience strong price growth in 2025, according to factors including cost, lifestyle and development.
Family appeal was one of the nine key factors on which suburbs were nominated and chosen. This refers to features such as dwelling size, perceived safety and distance from good schools and are important considerations when families seek out a home.
Of the 100 suburbs, 35 were selected with family appeal as one of the deciding factors.
| Suburb | Median house price | Annual change | Median unit price | Annual change |
| Castle Hill | $2,400,000 | 10% | $950,005 | -11% |
| Frenchs Forest | $2,284,500 | 4% | ||
| Matraville | $2,665,000 | 8% | $950,000 | 9% |
| Prestons | $1,120,000 | 13% | $793,000 | 13% |
| Wattle Grove | $1,205,000 | 9% |
In New South Wales, Castle Hill, Frenchs Forest and Matraville were chosen for the family-oriented lifestyle they offered. All are located in suburban areas with good schools, spacious homes and close proximity to transport.
The suburbs Prestons and Wattle Grove are also expected to outperform due to ongoing infrastructure development and links to transport options which are key considerations for families seeking out well-connected areas with community feel.
| Suburb | Median house price | Annual change | Median unit price | Annual change |
| Bairnsdale | $441,000 | -5% | $340,000 | -3% |
| Blackburn South | $1,357,500 | 2% | $810,000 | -12% |
| Coburg | $1,160,000 | -1% | $555,000 | -1% |
| Croydon | $906,250 | 3% | $680,000 | 3% |
| Ferntree Gully | $885,000 | -1% | $670,000 | -2% |
| Karingal | $865,000 | -4% | $490,000 | 1% |
| Pakenham | $650,000 | 2% | $485,000 | 1% |
Bairnsdale, Blackburn South, and Coburg were chosen in Victoria for their family-friendly features, including their accessibility to schools and strong sense of community.
Ferntree Gully and Karingal were also included for having affordable family homes and good amenities for young families.
| Suburb | Median house price | Annual change | Median unit price | Annual change |
| Caboolture | $718,750 | 17% | $376,075 | 10% |
| Calamvale | $1,242,500 | 19% | $654,605 | 21% |
| Clayfield | $1,875,000 | 14% | $625,750 | 21% |
| Coomera | $857,500 | 8% | $625,500 | 15% |
| Fairfield | $1,100,000 | 9% | $680,000 | 18% |
| Graceville | $1,350,000 | 17% | $670,000 | 8% |
| Nambour | $750,000 | 12% | $505,500 | 5% |
| Narangba | $817,450 | 10% | $560,000 | 30% |
| Tarragindi | $1,399,000 | 16% | ||
| Windsor | $1,365,000 | 17% | $595,000 | 12% |
Queensland had the largest number of suburbs that were included on the basis of family appeal, with 10 in total.
The suburbs of Calamvale, Fairfield and Windsor were chosen for their ample green spaces, amenities and connectivity to transport which are major drawcards for families seeking a suburban lifestyle.
| Suburb | Median house price | Annual change | Median unit price | Annual change |
| Christies Beach | $700,000 | 20% | $550,000 | 5% |
| Hillcrest | $788,000 | 16% | ||
| Morphett Vale | $650,000 | 19% | $510,000 | 21% |
| Mount Barker | $685,000 | 11% | $555,888 | 19% |
| Munno Para West | $585,000 | 24% |
In South Australia, Christies' Beach, Morphett Vale and Mount Barker edged out other suburbs to make the Hot 100.
These suburbs all feature natural landscapes, quiet streets and vibrant communities that are ideal for families.
| Suburb | Median house price | Annual change | Median unit price | Annual change |
| Edgewater | $841,000 | 23% | ||
| Mount Lawley | $1,600,000 | 25% | $455,000 | 16% |
| West Leederville | $1,500,000 | 3% | $462,500 | -8% |
Edgewater and West Leederville in Western Australia were chosen for their family-friendly attributes, particularly their diverse mix of housing options. These suburbs offer both older established homes and new developments, catering to families of various sizes.
The inclusion of West Leederville in the Hot 100 was influenced by its close proximity to top schools, a crucial factor for families.
| Suburb | Median house price | Annual change | Median unit price | Annual change |
| Campbell | $1,750,000 | 4% | $666,250 | 29% |
| Griffith | $2,125,000 | -9% | $614,500 | -7% |
| Kambah | $850,000 | 1% | $582,500 | -2% |
In the Australian Capital Territory, Campbell, Griffith and Kambah were selected due to a number of factors including family appeal.
Located close to in-demand schools and within suburban areas, these established suburbs with increasing development are good choices for families residing in the country's capital.
These suburbs are anticipated to perform well in the short to medium term based on various growth indicators, one of which is their appeal to families. More families are seeking a balance between a suburban lifestyle and accessibility to schools, transport and amenities - a combination these areas clearly offer.
It is likely that demand will be high and prices will rise as these factors attract families looking to buy and investors who are seeking out good investment opportunities.
| Suburb | Median house price | Annual change | Median unit price | Annual change |
| Kingston | $740,500 | 1% | $585,000 | -3% |
| Suburb | Median house price | Annual change | Median unit price | Annual change |
| Howard Springs | $770,000 | 8% |
