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Edinburgh North vs Penfield

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Penfield (922) sits above Edinburgh North (913).

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Edinburgh North and Penfield side by side

MeasureEdinburgh NorthPenfield
Renting
House rent–$415/wk
Unit rent–$180/wk
Owner occupied–81.0%
Renter occupied–12.0%
Schools
Schools nearby2020
Average ICSEA913922
Lifestyle and people
Walk score4–
Transit score0–
Bike score65–
Population–422
Median age–70
Climate
Annual rainfall440 mm440 mm
Mean max, January30.7°C30.7°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
Penfield edges out on average school ICSEA (922 vs 913).

Edinburgh North vs Penfield: common questions

Does Edinburgh North or Penfield have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Penfield scores 922 vs 913 in Edinburgh North. 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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