Allendale vs Lawrence
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Allendale (996) sits above Lawrence (992).
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Allendale and Lawrence side by side
| Measure | Allendale | Lawrence |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 93.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 5.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 17 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 996 | 992 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 185 | – |
| Median age | 48 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 629 mm | 581 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.5°C | 27.3°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
- Allendale edges out on average school ICSEA (996 vs 992).
Allendale vs Lawrence: common questions
Does Allendale or Lawrence have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Allendale scores 996 vs 992 in Lawrence. 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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