Forester vs Banca
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Banca (912) sits above Forester (897).
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Forester and Banca side by side
| Measure | Forester | Banca |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $210/wk | $226/wk |
| Unit rent | $180/wk | $192/wk |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 897 | 912 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 11 | 6 |
| Median age | 46 | 46 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 920 mm | 934 mm |
| Mean max, January | 22.3°C | 21.9°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
- Banca edges out on average school ICSEA (912 vs 897).
Forester vs Banca: common questions
Does Forester or Banca have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Banca scores 912 vs 897 in Forester. 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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