Downsfield vs Ross Creek
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Ross Creek (963) sits above Downsfield (956).
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Downsfield and Ross Creek side by side
| Measure | Downsfield | Ross Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 86.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 22.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 956 | 963 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 86 | – |
| Median age | 47 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1106 mm | 1120 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.5°C | 30.4°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
- Ross Creek edges out on average school ICSEA (963 vs 956).
Downsfield vs Ross Creek: common questions
Does Downsfield or Ross Creek have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Ross Creek scores 963 vs 956 in Downsfield. 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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