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 786 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.
Reviews & trust
Customer responses collected since 2026 show strong satisfaction: 100% would choose their painter again, 100% found them on time and reliable and 100% described them as friendly and professional. With 41.4 new reviews per year — 149% above the Victorian average — Camberwell has more recent painter feedback on file than a typical area in the state.
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.
Based on 786 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.
