Kinglake West vs Strathewen
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Kinglake West (1026) sits above Strathewen (1022). Kinglake West skews owner-occupied (90%), Strathewen runs more rental-dense (79% owner).
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| Measure | Kinglake West | Strathewen |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 90.0% | 79.0% |
| Renter occupied | 4.0% | 14.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 7 |
| Average ICSEA | 1026 | 1022 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 1,305 | 198 |
| Median age | 40 | 41 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1061 mm | 809 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.5°C | 27.1°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
- Kinglake West edges out on average school ICSEA (1026 vs 1022).
Kinglake West vs Strathewen: common questions
Does Kinglake West or Strathewen have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Kinglake West scores 1026 vs 1022 in Strathewen. 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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