17km from the CBD. Postcode 3192. City of Kingston. Cheltenham is far enough from the CBD that the pace genuinely changes, with 113 public transport stops and 33 articles in our database breaking down what that actually means for daily life.
At a Glance
| Category | Cheltenham | Highett |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D+ | B |
| Transport | B (113 stops) | B (86 stops) |
| Food & Drink | D | N/A |
| Nightlife | F | N/A |
| Family | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living | N/A | N/A |
| Safety | N/A | N/A |
Transport
Cheltenham has 113 public transport stops (0 tram, 12 train, 101 bus). Highett has 86 stops (0 tram, 20 train, 66 bus).
Nearest train station for Cheltenham is Cheltenham Station; for Highett it is Highett Station.
Winner: Cheltenham edges out Highett with 113 vs 86 transit stops (27 more).
Food & Drink
Cheltenham has 14 verified dining venues (grade: D). We do not yet have venue-level data for Highett (grade: N/A).
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
Cheltenham Strengths
- 113 public transport stops including 12 train + 101 bus (ranked 91 of 252)
- Train access via Cheltenham Station
Highett Strengths
- 86 public transport stops including 20 train + 66 bus (ranked 80 of 252)
- Train access via Highett Station
- 14km from the CBD – close enough for easy access
Our Verdict
For commuters: Cheltenham wins with 113 transit stops vs Highett’s 86. For food lovers: Cheltenham has 14 verified venues; we are still compiling data for Highett. For families: Insufficient data for both suburbs – school and childcare ratings are being integrated. For nightlife: Nightlife data not yet available for both suburbs. For budget-conscious renters: Rental data is pending for these suburbs – we will update when RTBA bond data is integrated.
FAQ
Is Cheltenham or Highett better for public transport?
Cheltenham has 113 public transport stops compared to Highett’s 86, making it the better-connected suburb based on PTV data.
Is Cheltenham or Highett 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, Cheltenham or Highett?
It depends on your priorities. See our verdict section above for recommendations by use case (commuting, food, families, nightlife, budget).
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