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Ben Buckley vs Goolma

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Goolma (897) sits above Ben Buckley (862).

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Ben Buckley and Goolma side by side

MeasureBen BuckleyGoolma
Renting
House rent$650/wk$630/wk
Unit rent$450/wk–
Owner occupied–106.0%
Renter occupied–15.0%
Schools
Schools nearby1212
Average ICSEA862897
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–95
Median age–54
Climate
Annual rainfall724 mm664 mm
Mean max, January30.9°C32.2°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
Goolma edges out on average school ICSEA (897 vs 862).

Ben Buckley vs Goolma: common questions

Does Ben Buckley or Goolma have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Goolma scores 897 vs 862 in Ben Buckley. 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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