Esk vs The Gap
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Esk (963) sits above The Gap (954).
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Esk and The Gap side by side
| Measure | Esk | The Gap |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $550/wk | $550/wk |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 6 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 963 | 954 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1349 mm | 1418 mm |
| Mean max, January | 28.7°C | 28.6°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
- Esk edges out on average school ICSEA (963 vs 954).
Esk vs The Gap: common questions
Does Esk or The Gap have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Esk scores 963 vs 954 in The Gap. 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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