Carlisle vs Lathlain
Carlisle scores higher on walkability (56/100 vs 34/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Lathlain (1061) sits above Carlisle (1056).
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Carlisle and Lathlain side by side
| Measure | Carlisle | Lathlain |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 54.0% | 63.0% |
| Renter occupied | 43.0% | 35.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1056 | 1061 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 56 | 34 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 6,733 | 3,699 |
| Median age | 36 | 35 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 712 mm | 708 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.6°C | 31.6°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
- Lathlain edges out on average school ICSEA (1061 vs 1056).
Carlisle vs Lathlain: common questions
Does Carlisle or Lathlain have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Lathlain scores 1061 vs 1056 in Carlisle. 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.
Which is more walkable, Carlisle or Lathlain?
Carlisle scores 56/100 on walkability vs 34/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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