Cape Pillar vs Port Arthur
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Port Arthur (987) sits above Cape Pillar (950).
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Cape Pillar and Port Arthur side by side
| Measure | Cape Pillar | Port Arthur |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $200/wk | $200/wk |
| Unit rent | $170/wk | $170/wk |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 950 | 987 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1048 mm | 1026 mm |
| Mean max, January | 18.7°C | 19.7°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
- Port Arthur edges out on average school ICSEA (987 vs 950).
Cape Pillar vs Port Arthur: common questions
Does Cape Pillar or Port Arthur have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Port Arthur scores 987 vs 950 in Cape Pillar. 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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