Giles Corner vs Alma

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Alma (964) sits above Giles Corner (943).

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Giles Corner and Alma side by side

MeasureGiles CornerAlma
Renting
Owner occupied–73.0%
Renter occupied–36.0%
Schools
Schools nearby35
Average ICSEA943964
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population2666
Median age3937
Climate
Annual rainfall529 mm431 mm
Mean max, January30.2°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
Alma edges out on average school ICSEA (964 vs 943). Alma also has a higher family-household share (73% vs 63%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Giles Corner vs Alma: common questions

Does Giles Corner or Alma have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Alma scores 964 vs 943 in Giles Corner. 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.