Elgin Vale vs Sandy Ridges
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Sandy Ridges (944) sits above Elgin Vale (896).
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Elgin Vale and Sandy Ridges side by side
| Measure | Elgin Vale | Sandy Ridges |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 86.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 10.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 10 |
| Average ICSEA | 896 | 944 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 14 | 111 |
| Median age | 28 | 52 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 779 mm | 707 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.9°C | 31.0°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
- Sandy Ridges edges out on average school ICSEA (944 vs 896).
Elgin Vale vs Sandy Ridges: common questions
Does Elgin Vale or Sandy Ridges have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Sandy Ridges scores 944 vs 896 in Elgin Vale. 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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