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Alford vs Ward Hill

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Ward Hill (949) sits above Alford (946). Alford skews owner-occupied (75%), Ward Hill runs more rental-dense (63% owner).

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Alford and Ward Hill side by side

MeasureAlfordWard Hill
Renting
House rent$200/wk–
Unit rent$200/wk–
Owner occupied75.0%63.0%
Renter occupied12.0%13.0%
Schools
Schools nearby98
Average ICSEA946949
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population15952
Median age4753
Climate
Annual rainfall360 mm352 mm
Mean max, January31.3°C31.5°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
Ward Hill edges out on average school ICSEA (949 vs 946).

Alford vs Ward Hill: common questions

Does Alford or Ward Hill have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Ward Hill scores 949 vs 946 in Alford. 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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