Hamel vs West Coolup
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving West Coolup (959) sits above Hamel (945).
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Hamel and West Coolup side by side
| Measure | Hamel | West Coolup |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $260/wk | $279/wk |
| Unit rent | $250/wk | $425/wk |
| Owner occupied | 79.0% | 73.0% |
| Renter occupied | 16.0% | 13.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 9 |
| Average ICSEA | 945 | 959 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 286 | 182 |
| Median age | 42 | 44 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 833 mm | 782 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.9°C | 30.6°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
- West Coolup edges out on average school ICSEA (959 vs 945).
Hamel vs West Coolup: common questions
Does Hamel or West Coolup have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), West Coolup scores 959 vs 945 in Hamel. 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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