Carters Ridge vs Federal
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Federal (1010) sits above Carters Ridge (969).
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Carters Ridge and Federal side by side
| Measure | Carters Ridge | Federal |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 88.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 9.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 13 |
| Average ICSEA | 969 | 1010 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 497 | – |
| Median age | 44 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1143 mm | 1258 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.1°C | 29.7°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
- Federal edges out on average school ICSEA (1010 vs 969).
Carters Ridge vs Federal: common questions
Does Carters Ridge or Federal have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Federal scores 1010 vs 969 in Carters Ridge. 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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