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Black River vs Forest

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Black River (895) sits above Forest (878).

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Black River and Forest side by side

MeasureBlack RiverForest
Renting
House rent$230/wk$220/wk
Unit rent$196/wk$225/wk
Owner occupied–82.0%
Renter occupied–16.0%
Schools
Schools nearby65
Average ICSEA895878
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–464
Median age–38
Climate
Annual rainfall1031 mm1055 mm
Mean max, January21.5°C21.5°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
Black River edges out on average school ICSEA (895 vs 878).

Black River vs Forest: common questions

Does Black River or Forest have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Black River scores 895 vs 878 in Forest. 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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