Blenheim vs Glen Cairn
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Glen Cairn (954) sits above Blenheim (948). Glen Cairn skews owner-occupied (93%), Blenheim runs more rental-dense (80% owner).
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Blenheim and Glen Cairn side by side
| Measure | Blenheim | Glen Cairn |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 80.0% | 93.0% |
| Renter occupied | 21.0% | 9.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 10 |
| Average ICSEA | 948 | 954 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 264 | 141 |
| Median age | 45 | 38 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 695 mm | 669 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.6°C | 32.2°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
- Glen Cairn edges out on average school ICSEA (954 vs 948).
Blenheim vs Glen Cairn: common questions
Does Blenheim or Glen Cairn have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Glen Cairn scores 954 vs 948 in Blenheim. 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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