Charleston vs Rockleigh

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Charleston (1033) sits above Rockleigh (1023).

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Charleston and Rockleigh side by side

MeasureCharlestonRockleigh
Renting
House rent$750/wk$720/wk
Unit rent$350/wk–
Owner occupied87.0%87.0%
Renter occupied14.0%10.0%
Schools
Schools nearby717
Average ICSEA10331023
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score100
Population550287
Median age4245
Climate
Annual rainfall778 mm541 mm
Mean max, January27.5°C28.2°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
Charleston edges out on average school ICSEA (1033 vs 1023).

Charleston vs Rockleigh: common questions

Does Charleston or Rockleigh have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Charleston scores 1033 vs 1023 in Rockleigh. 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.