Apollo Bay vs Kettering
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Apollo Bay (1029) sits above Kettering (1021).
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Apollo Bay and Kettering side by side
| Measure | Apollo Bay | Kettering |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $273/wk | $365/wk |
| Unit rent | $232/wk | $365/wk |
| Owner occupied | – | 86.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 10.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 14 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 1029 | 1021 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 0 | – |
| Population | – | 943 |
| Median age | – | 51 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 729 mm | 859 mm |
| Mean max, January | 21.3°C | 21.5°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
- Apollo Bay edges out on average school ICSEA (1029 vs 1021).
Apollo Bay vs Kettering: common questions
Does Apollo Bay or Kettering have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Apollo Bay scores 1029 vs 1021 in Kettering. 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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