Fernihurst vs Durham Ox
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Durham Ox (990) sits above Fernihurst (974). Fernihurst skews owner-occupied (100%), Durham Ox runs more rental-dense (87% owner).
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Fernihurst and Durham Ox side by side
| Measure | Fernihurst | Durham Ox |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 100.0% | 87.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 6 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 974 | 990 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 0 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 0 |
| Population | 32 | 60 |
| Median age | 42 | 47 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 385 mm | 367 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.7°C | 32.0°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
- Durham Ox edges out on average school ICSEA (990 vs 974). Fernihurst also has a higher family-household share (100% vs 67%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Fernihurst vs Durham Ox: common questions
Does Fernihurst or Durham Ox have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Durham Ox scores 990 vs 974 in Fernihurst. 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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