Alkimos vs Eglinton
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Alkimos (1009) sits above Eglinton (998).
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Alkimos and Eglinton side by side
| Measure | Alkimos | Eglinton |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 70.0% | 78.0% |
| Renter occupied | 28.0% | 21.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1009 | 998 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 100 | – |
| Population | 10,203 | 3,705 |
| Median age | 31 | 29 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 657 mm | 648 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.8°C | 30.4°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
- Alkimos edges out on average school ICSEA (1009 vs 998).
Alkimos vs Eglinton: common questions
Does Alkimos or Eglinton have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Alkimos scores 1009 vs 998 in Eglinton. 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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