Camberwell has an unusually strong field of painters — 11 of the 25 servicing the area have earned a recent Word of Mouth Service Award (44% award rate), with 785 customer reviews and an average rating of 5.0 stars.
Typical costs
Based on customer-reported pricing from our review data, painters servicing Camberwell typically charge a median of $5,000, with most jobs ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 — 24% below the Victorian average. Nearby: Canterbury ($5,000), Glen Iris ($5,000), Hawthorn East ($4,700). Costs vary significantly depending on scope, materials, and site conditions — get at least 3 quotes before committing.
When to book
If you have flexibility on timing, our review data shows painter demand in Camberwell tends to peak around July and ease off in November — booking during quieter periods may mean more providers available and faster response times.
About the area
Despite above-median household incomes ($2,457/week vs the national median of $1,748/week), painters in Camberwell charge 24% below the Victorian average — better value than the suburb's income profile might suggest.
Reviews & trust
With 41.3 new reviews per year — 149% above the Victorian average — Camberwell has more recent painter feedback on file than a typical area in the state.
Based on 785 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.
