Lake Eacham vs Barrine

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Lake Eacham (1007) sits above Barrine (978).

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Lake Eacham and Barrine side by side

MeasureLake EachamBarrine
Renting
Owner occupied80.0%85.0%
Renter occupied17.0%7.0%
Schools
Schools nearby310
Average ICSEA1007978
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population459303
Median age5055
Climate
Annual rainfall2080 mm1493 mm
Mean max, January28.6°C28.9°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
Lake Eacham edges out on average school ICSEA (1007 vs 978).

Lake Eacham vs Barrine: common questions

Does Lake Eacham or Barrine have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Lake Eacham scores 1007 vs 978 in Barrine. 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.