Camberwell (3124) sits 8km from the CBD in Melbourne’s middle ring. Population data from ABS is pending, but 73 public transport stops tell you this suburb is connected enough to matter.
At a Glance
| Category | Camberwell | Hawthorn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A | B |
| Transport | A (73 stops) | A+ (82 stops) |
| Food & Drink | A+ | F |
| Nightlife | B | B+ |
| Family | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living | N/A | N/A |
| Safety | N/A | N/A |
Transport
Camberwell has 73 public transport stops (31 tram, 21 train, 21 bus). Hawthorn has 82 stops (54 tram, 25 train, 3 bus).
Nearest train station for Camberwell is Burwood Station; for Hawthorn it is Glenferrie Station.
Winner: Hawthorn edges out Camberwell with 82 vs 73 transit stops (9 more).
Food & Drink
Camberwell has 16 verified dining venues (grade: A+). Hawthorn has 11 (grade: F).
Camberwell standouts: The Blue Table (4.5 stars), The Leo Hotel (4.4 stars), Alice’s Bistro (4.4 stars) Hawthorn standouts: The Black Kitchen (4.4 stars), Rose’s Tap House (4.4 stars), Henry Boutique (4.4 stars)
Cost of Living
Rental cost data for these suburbs is not yet available. We are working on integrating RTBA bond data from the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing – check back soon.
Pros & Cons Summary
Camberwell Strengths
- 73 public transport stops including 31 tram + 21 train + 21 bus (ranked 43 of 252)
- Train access via Burwood Station
- 11 verified dining venues including The Blue Table (4.5 stars, 3,408 reviews) – ranked 8 of 122 suburbs
Hawthorn Strengths
- 82 public transport stops including 54 tram + 25 train + 3 bus (ranked 26 of 252)
- Train access via Glenferrie Station
- 3 bars and pubs including Rose’s Tap House (4.4 stars) (ranked 22 of 122)
Our Verdict
For commuters: Hawthorn wins with 82 transit stops vs Camberwell’s 73. For food lovers: Camberwell with 16 verified venues vs Hawthorn’s 11. For families: Insufficient data for both suburbs – school and childcare ratings are being integrated. For nightlife: Both score B – similar options. For budget-conscious renters: Rental data is pending for these suburbs – we will update when RTBA bond data is integrated.
FAQ
Is Camberwell or Hawthorn better for public transport?
Hawthorn has 82 public transport stops compared to Camberwell’s 73, making it the better-connected suburb based on PTV data.
Is Camberwell or Hawthorn cheaper to rent in?
Rental cost data is not yet available for either suburb. We are integrating RTBA bond data and will update this comparison when figures are confirmed.
Which suburb is better, Camberwell or Hawthorn?
It depends on your priorities. See our verdict section above for recommendations by use case (commuting, food, families, nightlife, budget).
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