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Blue Mountain vs Colston Park

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Blue Mountain (947) sits above Colston Park (938).

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Blue Mountain and Colston Park side by side

MeasureBlue MountainColston Park
Renting
Owner occupied81.0%–
Renter occupied27.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby1910
Average ICSEA947938
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population83–
Median age44–
Climate
Annual rainfall1229 mm1220 mm
Mean max, January30.9°C30.9°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
Blue Mountain edges out on average school ICSEA (947 vs 938).

Blue Mountain vs Colston Park: common questions

Does Blue Mountain or Colston Park have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Blue Mountain scores 947 vs 938 in Colston Park. 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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