Driffield vs Hernes Oak
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Driffield (946) sits above Hernes Oak (936). Hernes Oak skews owner-occupied (99%), Driffield runs more rental-dense (85% owner).
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Driffield and Hernes Oak side by side
| Measure | Driffield | Hernes Oak |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 85.0% | 99.0% |
| Renter occupied | 12.0% | 4.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 14 |
| Average ICSEA | 946 | 936 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 101 | 365 |
| Median age | 40 | 38 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 827 mm | 827 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.7°C | 26.1°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
- Driffield edges out on average school ICSEA (946 vs 936).
Driffield vs Hernes Oak: common questions
Does Driffield or Hernes Oak have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Driffield scores 946 vs 936 in Hernes Oak. 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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