Cells River vs Dingo Forest
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Cells River (950) sits above Dingo Forest (929).
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Cells River and Dingo Forest side by side
| Measure | Cells River | Dingo Forest |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $525/wk |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 6 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 950 | 929 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1180 mm | 1288 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.9°C | 26.5°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
- Cells River edges out on average school ICSEA (950 vs 929).
Cells River vs Dingo Forest: common questions
Does Cells River or Dingo Forest have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Cells River scores 950 vs 929 in Dingo Forest. 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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