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Apollo Bay vs Barnes Bay

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Barnes Bay (1057) sits above Apollo Bay (1029).

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Apollo Bay and Barnes Bay side by side

MeasureApollo BayBarnes Bay
Renting
House rent$273/wk$273/wk
Unit rent$232/wk$232/wk
Owner occupied–100.0%
Schools
Schools nearby1416
Average ICSEA10291057
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–28
Median age–66
Climate
Annual rainfall729 mm601 mm
Mean max, January21.3°C21.5°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
Barnes Bay edges out on average school ICSEA (1057 vs 1029).

Apollo Bay vs Barnes Bay: common questions

Does Apollo Bay or Barnes Bay have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Barnes Bay scores 1057 vs 1029 in Apollo Bay. 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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