Bell Bay vs Long Reach
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Long Reach (925) sits above Bell Bay (910).
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Bell Bay and Long Reach side by side
| Measure | Bell Bay | Long Reach |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $220/wk | $220/wk |
| Unit rent | $277/wk | $187/wk |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 910 | 925 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 5 | – |
| Median age | 16 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 728 mm | 865 mm |
| Mean max, January | 21.9°C | 21.8°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
- Long Reach edges out on average school ICSEA (925 vs 910).
Bell Bay vs Long Reach: common questions
Does Bell Bay or Long Reach have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Long Reach scores 925 vs 910 in Bell Bay. 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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