Herbert vs Lambells Lagoon
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Herbert (955) sits above Lambells Lagoon (914). Herbert skews owner-occupied (84%), Lambells Lagoon runs more rental-dense (70% owner).
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Herbert and Lambells Lagoon side by side
| Measure | Herbert | Lambells Lagoon |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $400/wk | $80/wk |
| Unit rent | $460/wk | $135/wk |
| Owner occupied | 84.0% | 70.0% |
| Renter occupied | 12.0% | 13.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 955 | 914 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 1,610 | 239 |
| Median age | 38 | 41 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1768 mm | 1567 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.6°C | 32.9°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
- Herbert edges out on average school ICSEA (955 vs 914).
Herbert vs Lambells Lagoon: common questions
Does Herbert or Lambells Lagoon have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Herbert scores 955 vs 914 in Lambells Lagoon. 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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