Blackmans Flat vs Springvale
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Springvale (937) sits above Blackmans Flat (867). Blackmans Flat skews owner-occupied (150%), Springvale runs more rental-dense (98% owner).
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| Measure | Blackmans Flat | Springvale |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $480/wk | $480/wk |
| Owner occupied | 150.0% | 98.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 1.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 7 |
| Average ICSEA | 867 | 937 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 22 | 1,851 |
| Median age | 38 | 41 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 726 mm | 732 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.3°C | 26.3°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
- Springvale edges out on average school ICSEA (937 vs 867).
Blackmans Flat vs Springvale: common questions
Does Blackmans Flat or Springvale have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Springvale scores 937 vs 867 in Blackmans Flat. 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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