Douglas Point vs Backy Point
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Backy Point (909) sits above Douglas Point (885).
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Douglas Point and Backy Point side by side
| Measure | Douglas Point | Backy Point |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 64.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 19 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 885 | 909 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 47 | 88 |
| Median age | 69 | 66 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 302 mm | 300 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.4°C | 32.3°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
- Backy Point edges out on average school ICSEA (909 vs 885).
Douglas Point vs Backy Point: common questions
Does Douglas Point or Backy Point have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Backy Point scores 909 vs 885 in Douglas Point. 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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