Hugh vs Jay Creek
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Jay Creek (953) sits above Hugh (870).
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Hugh and Jay Creek side by side
| Measure | Hugh | Jay Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $75/wk | $75/wk |
| Unit rent | $30/wk | $64/wk |
| Owner occupied | 25.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 35.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 870 | 953 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 895 | – |
| Median age | 35 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 274 mm | 296 mm |
| Mean max, January | 37.2°C | 37.0°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
- Jay Creek edges out on average school ICSEA (953 vs 870).
Hugh vs Jay Creek: common questions
Does Hugh or Jay Creek have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Jay Creek scores 953 vs 870 in Hugh. 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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