Hawthorn
City in Victoria, Australia
Overview
Hawthorn, Victoria, is an affable inner-eastern suburb of Melbourne known for its fusion of heritage architecture, leafy avenues, and a dynamic food scene. Popular with students, young professionals, and families, it offers both tranquil green spaces and lively commercial hubs. Its close proximity to the city, reliable public transport, and mix of modern and historical charm make it a top choice for visitors.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Victoria
Population
2,221
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-37.82°, 145.04°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
90
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$2,940
Local Cost
$1,980
Local Income
$4,500
Cashless
95
English
100
Temperature
14.7°C
Summer Avg
19.3°C
Winter Avg
9.9°C
Record High
41.9°C
Record Low
1.0°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
715 mm
Internet Speed
143 Mbps
Upload
30 Mbps
Latency
8 ms
City Vibrancy
113
Coworking
0
Cafes
41
Nightlife
18
Parks
54
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
700.0
Airport
MEB
Distance
16 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 71 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 87/100.