Deep Lead vs Illawarra
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Deep Lead (946) sits above Illawarra (945).
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Deep Lead and Illawarra side by side
| Measure | Deep Lead | Illawarra |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 100.0% | 104.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 6 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 946 | 945 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 55 |
| Population | 210 | 80 |
| Median age | 49 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 497 mm | 508 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.2°C | 29.1°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
- Deep Lead edges out on average school ICSEA (946 vs 945).
Deep Lead vs Illawarra: common questions
Does Deep Lead or Illawarra have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Deep Lead scores 946 vs 945 in Illawarra. 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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