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Barrington vs Sheffield

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Barrington (944) sits above Sheffield (940).

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Barrington and Sheffield side by side

MeasureBarringtonSheffield
Renting
House rent$208/wk$208/wk
Unit rent$177/wk$200/wk
Owner occupied–73.0%
Renter occupied–23.0%
Schools
Schools nearby209
Average ICSEA944940
Lifestyle and people
Walk score0–
Transit score0–
Bike score15–
Population–1,602
Median age–54
Climate
Annual rainfall1080 mm1072 mm
Mean max, January21.8°C22.1°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
Barrington edges out on average school ICSEA (944 vs 940).

Barrington vs Sheffield: common questions

Does Barrington or Sheffield have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Barrington scores 944 vs 940 in Sheffield. 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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