Federal vs Black Mountain
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Black Mountain (1016) sits above Federal (1010).
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Federal and Black Mountain side by side
| Measure | Federal | Black Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 13 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 1010 | 1016 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 0 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1258 mm | 1376 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.7°C | 29.4°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
- Black Mountain edges out on average school ICSEA (1016 vs 1010).
Federal vs Black Mountain: common questions
Does Federal or Black Mountain have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Black Mountain scores 1016 vs 1010 in Federal. 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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