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Forrest Beach vs Palm Island

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Forrest Beach (910) sits above Palm Island (661).

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Forrest Beach and Palm Island side by side

MeasureForrest BeachPalm Island
Renting
Owner occupied–2.0%
Renter occupied–92.0%
Schools
Schools nearby112
Average ICSEA910661
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–2,138
Median age–27
Climate
Annual rainfall1833 mm1742 mm
Mean max, January31.7°C30.8°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
Forrest Beach edges out on average school ICSEA (910 vs 661).

Forrest Beach vs Palm Island: common questions

Does Forrest Beach or Palm Island have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Forrest Beach scores 910 vs 661 in Palm Island. 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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