Brisbane suburb comparison
Bardon vs Paddington
Two of the most-searched Inner West character suburbs. Paddington wins on walk-to-CBD; Bardon wins on block size and value per metre.
Head-to-head numbers
| Metric | Bardon | Paddington |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1,800,000 | $2,080,000 |
| Median unit price | $720,000 | $720,000 |
| 12-month change | +5.0% | +5.0% |
| 5-year growth | +65.0% | +65.0% |
| Distance to CBD | 4 km | 3 km |
| Postcode | 4065 | 4064 |
| Region | Inner West | Inner West |
| Council / LGA | Brisbane City | Brisbane City |
The case for Bardon
Bardon sits 4 km from the CBD in the Inner West part of the city. Houses sell for around $1,800,000 on the modelled median, with units at $720,000. Over the past year prices have moved +5.0% — broadly tracking the wider Brisbane City market. If you're price-sensitive, Bardon offers 13% better value per house than Paddington.
The case for Paddington
Paddington is 3 km from the CBD in the Inner West pocket. Houses sit around $2,080,000, units around $720,000, with 12-month change of +5.0%. Paddington trades at a premium over Bardon, usually reflecting catchments, riverfront access or a tighter buyer pool.
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