Ellis Beach vs Buchan Point
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Ellis Beach (1010) sits above Buchan Point (989).
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Ellis Beach and Buchan Point side by side
| Measure | Ellis Beach | Buchan Point |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 50.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 12 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 1010 | 989 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 10 | 100 |
| Population | 5 | – |
| Median age | 54 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 2018 mm | 2123 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.1°C | 30.7°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
- Ellis Beach edges out on average school ICSEA (1010 vs 989).
Ellis Beach vs Buchan Point: common questions
Does Ellis Beach or Buchan Point have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Ellis Beach scores 1010 vs 989 in Buchan Point. 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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