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Downside vs Hillgrove

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Downside (1036) sits above Hillgrove (978).

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Downside and Hillgrove side by side

MeasureDownsideHillgrove
Renting
House rent$550/wk$550/wk
Unit rent$420/wk$420/wk
Owner occupied81.0%–
Renter occupied22.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby516
Average ICSEA1036978
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population124–
Median age46–
Climate
Annual rainfall529 mm529 mm
Mean max, January32.9°C32.9°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
Downside edges out on average school ICSEA (1036 vs 978).

Downside vs Hillgrove: common questions

Does Downside or Hillgrove have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Downside scores 1036 vs 978 in Hillgrove. 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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