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Elgin Vale vs Johnstown

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Elgin Vale (896) sits above Johnstown (888).

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Elgin Vale and Johnstown side by side

MeasureElgin ValeJohnstown
Renting
Owner occupied–41.0%
Renter occupied–18.0%
Schools
Schools nearby2020
Average ICSEA896888
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population1446
Median age2852
Climate
Annual rainfall779 mm727 mm
Mean max, January29.9°C30.4°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
Elgin Vale edges out on average school ICSEA (896 vs 888). Elgin Vale also has a higher family-household share (60% vs 47%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Elgin Vale vs Johnstown: common questions

Does Elgin Vale or Johnstown have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Elgin Vale scores 896 vs 888 in Johnstown. 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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