Hernes Oak vs Yallourn
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Hernes Oak (936) sits above Yallourn (923). Hernes Oak skews owner-occupied (99%), Yallourn runs more rental-dense (84% owner).
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Hernes Oak and Yallourn side by side
| Measure | Hernes Oak | Yallourn |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 99.0% | 84.0% |
| Renter occupied | 4.0% | 8.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 14 | 12 |
| Average ICSEA | 936 | 923 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 55 |
| Population | 365 | 143 |
| Median age | 38 | 47 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 827 mm | 827 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.1°C | 26.1°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
- Hernes Oak edges out on average school ICSEA (936 vs 923). Hernes Oak also has a higher family-household share (86% vs 73%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Hernes Oak vs Yallourn: common questions
Does Hernes Oak or Yallourn have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Hernes Oak scores 936 vs 923 in Yallourn. 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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