Acton vs City
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Acton (1142) sits above City (1136).
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Acton and City side by side
| Measure | Acton | City |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $550/wk | $550/wk |
| Unit rent | $9/wk | $550/wk |
| Owner occupied | – | 36.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 62.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1142 | 1136 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 100 | 100 |
| Transit score | 30 | 100 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | – | 4,835 |
| Median age | – | 27 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 628 mm | 608 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.3°C | 29.4°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
- Acton edges out on average school ICSEA (1142 vs 1136).
Acton vs City: common questions
Does Acton or City have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Acton scores 1142 vs 1136 in City. 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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