Glen Elgin vs Spring Mountain
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Glen Elgin (935) sits above Spring Mountain (930). Glen Elgin skews owner-occupied (157%), Spring Mountain runs more rental-dense (50% owner).
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Glen Elgin and Spring Mountain side by side
| Measure | Glen Elgin | Spring Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $410/wk | $410/wk |
| Owner occupied | 157.0% | 50.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 50.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 6 | 7 |
| Average ICSEA | 935 | 930 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 32 | 20 |
| Median age | 46 | 50 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 929 mm | 822 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.2°C | 25.5°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
- Glen Elgin edges out on average school ICSEA (935 vs 930). Glen Elgin also has a higher family-household share (114% vs 50%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Glen Elgin vs Spring Mountain: common questions
Does Glen Elgin or Spring Mountain have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Glen Elgin scores 935 vs 930 in Spring Mountain. 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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