Granite Vale vs Kelso

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Granite Vale (935) sits above Kelso (884).

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Granite Vale and Kelso side by side

MeasureGranite ValeKelso
Price and market
Median house–$388,500
Median unit–$312,500
Renting
House rent–$520/wk
Unit rent–$251/wk
Schools
Schools nearby2010
Average ICSEA935884
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population8–
Median age36–
Climate
Annual rainfall953 mm1027 mm
Mean max, January30.5°C32.2°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
Granite Vale edges out on average school ICSEA (935 vs 884).

Granite Vale vs Kelso: common questions

Does Granite Vale or Kelso have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Granite Vale scores 935 vs 884 in Kelso. 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.