Highland Valley vs Gemmells
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Highland Valley (1033) sits above Gemmells (1016). Highland Valley skews owner-occupied (95%), Gemmells runs more rental-dense (85% owner).
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Highland Valley and Gemmells side by side
| Measure | Highland Valley | Gemmells |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 95.0% | 85.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 1033 | 1016 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 384 | 99 |
| Median age | 47 | 39 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 612 mm | 612 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.7°C | 27.7°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
- Highland Valley edges out on average school ICSEA (1033 vs 1016).
Highland Valley vs Gemmells: common questions
Does Highland Valley or Gemmells have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Highland Valley scores 1033 vs 1016 in Gemmells. 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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