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Barnard vs Gainsford

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Gainsford (865) sits above Barnard (764).

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Barnard and Gainsford side by side

MeasureBarnardGainsford
Renting
Owner occupied–44.0%
Renter occupied21.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby42
Average ICSEA764865
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population3232
Median age3749
Climate
Annual rainfall618 mm608 mm
Mean max, January34.3°C34.1°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
Gainsford edges out on average school ICSEA (865 vs 764). Barnard also has a higher family-household share (86% vs 56%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Barnard vs Gainsford: common questions

Does Barnard or Gainsford have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Gainsford scores 865 vs 764 in Barnard. 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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