Adams Estate vs Glen Forbes
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Adams Estate (998) sits above Glen Forbes (992). Adams Estate skews owner-occupied (111%), Glen Forbes runs more rental-dense (84% owner).
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| Measure | Adams Estate | Glen Forbes |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 111.0% | 84.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 7.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 10 | 14 |
| Average ICSEA | 998 | 992 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 0 | – |
| Population | 83 | 118 |
| Median age | 41 | 56 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 900 mm | 827 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.5°C | 24.7°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
- Adams Estate edges out on average school ICSEA (998 vs 992).
Adams Estate vs Glen Forbes: common questions
Does Adams Estate or Glen Forbes have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Adams Estate scores 998 vs 992 in Glen Forbes. 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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