Headington Hill vs Upper Pilton
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Headington Hill (1008) sits above Upper Pilton (988).
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Headington Hill and Upper Pilton side by side
| Measure | Headington Hill | Upper Pilton |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 81.0% | 79.0% |
| Renter occupied | 26.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 1008 | 988 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 87 | 80 |
| Median age | 55 | 48 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 624 mm | 647 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.2°C | 29.4°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
- Headington Hill edges out on average school ICSEA (1008 vs 988). Upper Pilton also has a higher family-household share (93% vs 77%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Headington Hill vs Upper Pilton: common questions
Does Headington Hill or Upper Pilton have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Headington Hill scores 1008 vs 988 in Upper Pilton. 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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