Karnak vs Charam
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Charam (1002) sits above Karnak (989). Karnak skews owner-occupied (125%), Charam runs more rental-dense (83% owner).
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Karnak and Charam side by side
| Measure | Karnak | Charam |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 125.0% | 83.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 3 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 989 | 1002 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 0 | – |
| Population | 9 | 42 |
| Median age | 62 | 56 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 470 mm | 511 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.5°C | 29.1°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
- Charam edges out on average school ICSEA (1002 vs 989).
Karnak vs Charam: common questions
Does Karnak or Charam have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Charam scores 1002 vs 989 in Karnak. 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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