Dartmoor vs Nelson
Dartmoor scores higher on walkability (4/100 vs 0/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Nelson (966) sits above Dartmoor (961).
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Dartmoor and Nelson side by side
| Measure | Dartmoor | Nelson |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 9 | 9 |
| Average ICSEA | 961 | 966 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 4 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 5 | 0 |
| Population | – | 191 |
| Median age | – | 60 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 741 mm | 793 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.7°C | 24.4°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
- Nelson edges out on average school ICSEA (966 vs 961).
Dartmoor vs Nelson: common questions
Does Dartmoor or Nelson have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Nelson scores 966 vs 961 in Dartmoor. 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.
Which is more walkable, Dartmoor or Nelson?
Dartmoor scores 4/100 on walkability vs 0/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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