Fernvale vs Kielvale
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Kielvale (998) sits above Fernvale (997).
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Fernvale and Kielvale side by side
| Measure | Fernvale | Kielvale |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $725/wk | $725/wk |
| Owner occupied | 82.0% | 79.0% |
| Renter occupied | 14.0% | 12.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 14 | 15 |
| Average ICSEA | 997 | 998 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 261 | 251 |
| Median age | 44 | 45 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1537 mm | 1537 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.0°C | 29.0°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
- Kielvale edges out on average school ICSEA (998 vs 997).
Fernvale vs Kielvale: common questions
Does Fernvale or Kielvale have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Kielvale scores 998 vs 997 in Fernvale. 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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