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Kinglake Central vs Castella

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Kinglake Central (1017) sits above Castella (992).

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Kinglake Central and Castella side by side

MeasureKinglake CentralCastella
Renting
Owner occupied87.0%95.0%
Renter occupied6.0%4.0%
Schools
Schools nearby1714
Average ICSEA1017992
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population413257
Median age4544
Climate
Annual rainfall1022 mm1074 mm
Mean max, January25.2°C24.8°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
Kinglake Central edges out on average school ICSEA (1017 vs 992).

Kinglake Central vs Castella: common questions

Does Kinglake Central or Castella have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Kinglake Central scores 1017 vs 992 in Castella. 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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