Forbes vs Springfield
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Forbes (1025) sits above Springfield (1021).
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Forbes and Springfield side by side
| Measure | Forbes | Springfield |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 17 |
| Average ICSEA | 1025 | 1021 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 0 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 647 mm | 716 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.9°C | 26.0°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
- Forbes edges out on average school ICSEA (1025 vs 1021).
Forbes vs Springfield: common questions
Does Forbes or Springfield have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Forbes scores 1025 vs 1021 in Springfield. 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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