Basalt vs Shepherds Flat
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Shepherds Flat (1031) sits above Basalt (1028).
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Basalt and Shepherds Flat side by side
| Measure | Basalt | Shepherds Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 97.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 10.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 1028 | 1031 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | – | 71 |
| Median age | – | 52 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 735 mm | 735 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.8°C | 26.8°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
- Shepherds Flat edges out on average school ICSEA (1031 vs 1028).
Basalt vs Shepherds Flat: common questions
Does Basalt or Shepherds Flat have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Shepherds Flat scores 1031 vs 1028 in Basalt. 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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