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Arumbera vs Jay Creek

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Jay Creek (953) sits above Arumbera (871).

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Arumbera and Jay Creek side by side

MeasureArumberaJay Creek
Renting
House rent$250/wk$75/wk
Unit rent$100/wk$64/wk
Owner occupied20.0%–
Renter occupied78.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby142
Average ICSEA871953
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score50
Population257–
Median age38–
Climate
Annual rainfall281 mm296 mm
Mean max, January37.0°C37.0°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
Jay Creek edges out on average school ICSEA (953 vs 871).

Arumbera vs Jay Creek: common questions

Does Arumbera or Jay Creek have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Jay Creek scores 953 vs 871 in Arumbera. 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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