East Ryde vs Lane Cove West.
Suburb-to-suburb comparison across price, growth, lifestyle, schools and risk. Lane Cove West edges out on more headline metrics in this comparison.
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Lane Cove West (1136) sits above East Ryde (1123). East Ryde skews owner-occupied (88%), Lane Cove West runs more rental-dense (55% owner).
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
Lane Cove West edges out on average school ICSEA (1136 vs 1123).
Common questions
Does East Ryde or Lane Cove West have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Lane Cove West scores 1136 vs 1123 in East Ryde. 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.
The numbers behind the take
Price & Market
Rental
Lifestyle & Demographics
Risk & Hazard
Schools
Climate
Green dot = better on that metric (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk).
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