Aarons Pass vs Carcalgong
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Carcalgong (930) sits above Aarons Pass (923). Aarons Pass skews owner-occupied (100%), Carcalgong runs more rental-dense (81% owner).
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Aarons Pass and Carcalgong side by side
| Measure | Aarons Pass | Carcalgong |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $650/wk | $650/wk |
| Unit rent | $450/wk | $450/wk |
| Owner occupied | 100.0% | 81.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 13 |
| Average ICSEA | 923 | 930 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 33 | 45 |
| Median age | 59 | 56 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 699 mm | 766 mm |
| Mean max, January | 28.9°C | 27.9°C |
Green dot: better on that measure (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk). Each suburb’s profile gives the source and period of its figures.
Which suits whom
- For buyers
- We don't yet have verified suburb-level medians for one or both of these suburbs. Check the individual profiles for the data we do publish, and the methodology page for how we source it.
- For investors
- Rental or growth data is incomplete for one or both suburbs. Look at the full investor view on each suburb profile for a complete picture.
- For families
- Carcalgong edges out on average school ICSEA (930 vs 923). Aarons Pass also has a higher family-household share (92% vs 37%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Aarons Pass vs Carcalgong: common questions
Does Aarons Pass or Carcalgong have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Carcalgong scores 930 vs 923 in Aarons Pass. ICSEA is a school-community indicator, not a quality rating, so always check NAPLAN results and catchment boundaries for the specific address you're considering.
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