Johnstown vs Elgin Vale
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Elgin Vale (896) sits above Johnstown (888).
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Johnstown and Elgin Vale side by side
| Measure | Johnstown | Elgin Vale |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 41.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 18.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 888 | 896 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 46 | 14 |
| Median age | 52 | 28 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 727 mm | 779 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.4°C | 29.9°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
- Elgin Vale edges out on average school ICSEA (896 vs 888). Elgin Vale also has a higher family-household share (60% vs 47%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Johnstown vs Elgin Vale: common questions
Does Johnstown or Elgin Vale have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Elgin Vale scores 896 vs 888 in Johnstown. 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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