Acton Park vs Roches Beach

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Acton Park (992) sits above Roches Beach (958).

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Acton Park and Roches Beach side by side

MeasureActon ParkRoches Beach
Renting
House rent$400/wk$400/wk
Unit rent$340/wk$350/wk
Owner occupied–97.0%
Renter occupied–7.0%
Schools
Schools nearby2012
Average ICSEA992958
Lifestyle and people
Walk score0–
Transit score0–
Bike score5–
Population–220
Median age–48
Climate
Annual rainfall513 mm499 mm
Mean max, January22.3°C22.5°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 Park edges out on average school ICSEA (992 vs 958).

Acton Park vs Roches Beach: common questions

Does Acton Park or Roches Beach have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Acton Park scores 992 vs 958 in Roches Beach. 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.