Barambah vs Elgin Vale

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Elgin Vale (896) sits above Barambah (821).

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Barambah and Elgin Vale side by side

MeasureBarambahElgin Vale
Renting
Owner occupied45.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby620
Average ICSEA821896
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population3914
Median age5928
Climate
Annual rainfall711 mm779 mm
Mean max, January30.8°C29.9°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
Elgin Vale edges out on average school ICSEA (896 vs 821). Barambah also has a higher family-household share (109% vs 60%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Barambah vs Elgin Vale: common questions

Does Barambah or Elgin Vale have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Elgin Vale scores 896 vs 821 in Barambah. 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.