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Word of Mouth cleaners in Northcote receive an average rating of 4.8 based off 92 reviews.
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"Suzannah leaves my house clean like I've never seen! Every nook and cranny sparkles...all the tiny details other..."
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"My family has been using this company since they came on the market couple of years ago.... At the moment they give..."
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"On time, on the ball and a quick and efficient job as there were working as a team. Very thorough but quick...."
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"Very well done job,will recommend to any business who needs a deep clean. Thanks "
"The staff that came to clean were courteous and were very accommodating, considering they had to contend with loads..."
"They came in and set up fairly quickly. Their equipment seemed pretty high tech and did not create a mess. It took..."
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"I never thought I would ever see my oven look new again on the inside when I began scrubbing myself. I gave up and..."
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"Hired them for a move in clean to save some stress and couldn't be happier. They cleaned the place top to bottom and..."
"Called and they came the next day. I gave them a brief orientation and let them get to work, which I headed out...."
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"Orbit cleaning providing excellent home and office cleaning services in Brunswick East, Vic. Orbit cleaners staff is..."
"I honestly don't think I have ever used a maid service before, so I'm a rookie. But using Cleaners Fitzroy was easy..."
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"We took our 100% wool rug to Melbourne Rug Wash to be cleaned after an accidental food stain. The team there are..."
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"We received professional moving cleaning and steam cleaning. Mr Zip cleaning provided an excellent quality service,..."
"Thanks Cleaners Carlton for going above and beyond! My place is spotless and smells great. I am very happy with my..."
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"Sou and her team were thorough, fast, friendly and accomodating. I would definitely recommend them!"
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"Performed very thorough kitchen cleaning. Very happy with the oven. It looks like brand new and there is no sign of..."
"The online scheduling option is so handy. After scheduling you receive an e-mail to confirm the appointment. On the..."
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"This is the second time I have used A.Absolut floors and he (Chris) is even better than the first time. He has been..."
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"We used Enliven Cleaning for a rental unit that was left in a very dirty state after tenants walked. Enliven came..."
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"Excellent! Great work and got my bond back with no hassles! And very pleasant cleaners who are willing to fit in with..."
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Insights for cleaners servicing Northcote
In total, 527 jobs have recently been posted for cleaners on the Word of Mouth jobs marketplace, with 3 in Northcote. The average quote response time is 34.4 hours. Quotes sent back through the marketplace to Northcote customers average $162 for a fixed-price job, and $59.10 an hour where the work is quoted hourly. These are quotes, not final invoices. For what customers reported paying, see the cost breakdown below.
1 cleaner has submitted licence details, which our support team has manually verified. These were accurate at the time of submission, but we recommend checking official registers to confirm they continue to remain valid before hiring any business.
Market Intelligence
Cleaners in Northcote
Data-driven insights based on 92 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2023, ABS Census data
Northcote is one of the pricier areas for cleaners — 37% above the Victorian average. 25 cleaners service the area with 92 customer reviews.
When to book
If you have flexibility on timing, our review data shows cleaner demand in Northcote tends to peak around May and ease off in December — booking during quieter periods may mean more providers available and faster response times.
About the area
Northcote's median household income is $2,287/week — above the national median of $1,748/week — and local cleaners pricing reflects this, running 37% above the Victorian average.
Typical costs
Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, prices have risen 150% since 2015 (from $200 to $500 median), averaging 18.8% per year.
Reviews & trust
With 7.7 new reviews per year — 24% above the Victorian average — Northcote has more recent cleaner feedback on file than a typical area in the state.
Based on 92 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2023, and ABS Census 2021 data.
Cleaner reviews & ratings over time — Northcote area
See the figures behind this chart
| Year | Reviews | Average rating out of 5 | Median reported cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 4.0 | no prices reported |
| 2009 | 1 | 4.0 | no prices reported |
| 2013 | 28 | 4.5 | no prices reported |
| 2014 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2015 | 7 | 5.0 | $200 |
| 2016 | 9 | 5.0 | $116 |
| 2017 | 7 | 5.0 | $133 |
| 2019 | 7 | 5.0 | $150 |
| 2020 | 16 | 5.0 | $358 |
| 2021 | 10 | 5.0 | $380 |
| 2022 | 4 | 4.3 | $440 |
| 2023 | 1 | 4.0 | $500 |
Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2008–2023
Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.
Northcote area profile ABS Census 2021
How we calculate the Local Service Score: We combine two sources of data: first-party data collected directly by Word of Mouth — customer reviews, customer-reported pricing, post-service trust-signal responses, and service awards — with suburb-level population and housing data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census. The score measures how well Northcote is served for cleaners, reflecting the depth of choice, quality of service, and value for money available to residents compared to other suburbs across Australia. See our Local Service Score methodology for data sources, update frequency, and quality guardrails.
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Licences, where they’ve got them
Trade licences shown on the listing when the business has supplied them, with the licence number.
What other customers paid
Where enough customers have reported it, the listing shows the typical price range for the job they reviewed.
Reviews going back to 2007
Australians have been reviewing local businesses here since 2007. How we handle reviews, disputes and removals is set out in our Fair Play Policy.
Recent cleaner reviews in Northcote
Arriving home after Suzannah and her eco-friendly angels is always a treat. The attention to detail they show is consistently impressive and the clean to a standard I've never been able to achieve ...
Approximate cost: $145
Suzannah leaves my house clean like I've never seen! Every nook and cranny sparkles...all the tiny details other cleaners miss Suzanne ensures are flawless. Plus she does sweet little things like f...
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Cleaners in Northcote — FAQs
When is the best time to book a cleaner in Northcote?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, cleaner demand in Northcote tends to peak in May and is quietest in December. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.
What should I look for when choosing a cleaner?
Start by comparing customer reviews — Northcote has 92 cleaner reviews on Word of Mouth. Charis Home Cleaning (2021), End of Lease Clean Melbourne (2021) and United Home Services Kew (2019) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.
What rating do cleaners in Northcote typically receive?
Cleaners in Northcote have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 92 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the Victorian average of 4.64 stars.
What should I know about Northcote when hiring a cleaner?
Northcote's median household income is $2,287/week — above the national median of $1,748/week — and local cleaners pricing reflects this, running 37% above the Victorian average. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Northcote has a median age of 37, a median household income of $2,287/week.