Braemeadows vs Palm Island
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Braemeadows (884) sits above Palm Island (661). Braemeadows skews owner-occupied (79%), Palm Island runs more rental-dense (2% owner).
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Braemeadows and Palm Island side by side
| Measure | Braemeadows | Palm Island |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 79.0% | 2.0% |
| Renter occupied | 13.0% | 92.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 884 | 661 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 269 | 2,138 |
| Median age | 52 | 27 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1941 mm | 1742 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.8°C | 30.8°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
- Braemeadows edges out on average school ICSEA (884 vs 661).
Braemeadows vs Palm Island: common questions
Does Braemeadows or Palm Island have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Braemeadows scores 884 vs 661 in Palm Island. 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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