Chelmsford vs Leafdale
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Chelmsford (854) sits above Leafdale (845). Leafdale skews owner-occupied (125%), Chelmsford runs more rental-dense (78% owner).
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Chelmsford and Leafdale side by side
| Measure | Chelmsford | Leafdale |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 78.0% | 125.0% |
| Renter occupied | 27.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 10 |
| Average ICSEA | 854 | 845 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 100 | 12 |
| Median age | 54 | 44 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 666 mm | 654 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.4°C | 31.7°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
- Chelmsford edges out on average school ICSEA (854 vs 845).
Chelmsford vs Leafdale: common questions
Does Chelmsford or Leafdale have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Chelmsford scores 854 vs 845 in Leafdale. 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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