Barron Gorge vs Speewah
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Speewah (1012) sits above Barron Gorge (1001).
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Barron Gorge and Speewah side by side
| Measure | Barron Gorge | Speewah |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 87.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 8.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 19 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 1001 | 1012 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 15 | 0 |
| Population | – | 850 |
| Median age | – | 51 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 2083 mm | 1755 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.0°C | 30.5°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
- Speewah edges out on average school ICSEA (1012 vs 1001).
Barron Gorge vs Speewah: common questions
Does Barron Gorge or Speewah have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Speewah scores 1012 vs 1001 in Barron Gorge. 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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