American Beach vs Dudley West
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Dudley West (998) sits above American Beach (987).
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American Beach and Dudley West side by side
| Measure | American Beach | Dudley West |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 117.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 987 | 998 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | – | 25 |
| Median age | – | 50 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 545 mm | 523 mm |
| Mean max, January | 23.8°C | 24.1°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
- Dudley West edges out on average school ICSEA (998 vs 987).
American Beach vs Dudley West: common questions
Does American Beach or Dudley West have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Dudley West scores 998 vs 987 in American 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.
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