Katherine East vs Lansdowne
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Lansdowne (857) sits above Katherine East (839). Lansdowne skews owner-occupied (70%), Katherine East runs more rental-dense (35% owner).
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Katherine East and Lansdowne side by side
| Measure | Katherine East | Lansdowne |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $330/wk | $330/wk |
| Unit rent | $350/wk | $250/wk |
| Owner occupied | 35.0% | 70.0% |
| Renter occupied | 60.0% | 22.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 8 | 4 |
| Average ICSEA | 839 | 857 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 0 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 0 |
| Population | 3,061 | 499 |
| Median age | 30 | 39 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1070 mm | 1075 mm |
| Mean max, January | 34.4°C | 34.3°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
- Lansdowne edges out on average school ICSEA (857 vs 839).
Katherine East vs Lansdowne: common questions
Does Katherine East or Lansdowne have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Lansdowne scores 857 vs 839 in Katherine East. 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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