Dutton Way vs Heathmere
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Dutton Way (972) sits above Heathmere (939). Heathmere skews owner-occupied (99%), Dutton Way runs more rental-dense (76% owner).
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| Measure | Dutton Way | Heathmere |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 76.0% | 99.0% |
| Renter occupied | 12.0% | 8.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 11 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 972 | 939 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 0 | – |
| Population | 91 | 238 |
| Median age | 52 | 45 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 750 mm | 750 mm |
| Mean max, January | 22.5°C | 23.5°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
- Dutton Way edges out on average school ICSEA (972 vs 939). Heathmere also has a higher family-household share (86% vs 70%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Dutton Way vs Heathmere: common questions
Does Dutton Way or Heathmere have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Dutton Way scores 972 vs 939 in Heathmere. 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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