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Carlton South vs Fitzroy

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Fitzroy (1071) sits above Carlton South (1033).

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Carlton South and Fitzroy side by side

MeasureCarlton SouthFitzroy
Price and market
Median house–$1,815,000
Median unit–$824,000
Renting
House rent–$1100/wk
Unit rent–$750/wk
Schools
Schools nearby2020
Average ICSEA10331071
Lifestyle and people
Walk score100100
Transit score100100
Bike score100100
Climate
Annual rainfall582 mm611 mm
Mean max, January26.9°C27.0°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
Fitzroy edges out on average school ICSEA (1071 vs 1033).

Carlton South vs Fitzroy: common questions

Does Carlton South or Fitzroy have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Fitzroy scores 1071 vs 1033 in Carlton South. 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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