Felton vs Back Plains
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Felton (986) sits above Back Plains (975).
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Felton and Back Plains side by side
| Measure | Felton | Back Plains |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 76.0% | 69.0% |
| Renter occupied | 18.0% | 11.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 14 | 7 |
| Average ICSEA | 986 | 975 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 267 | 104 |
| Median age | 50 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 611 mm | 614 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.7°C | 30.9°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
- Felton edges out on average school ICSEA (986 vs 975).
Felton vs Back Plains: common questions
Does Felton or Back Plains have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Felton scores 986 vs 975 in Back Plains. 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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