Leichhardt vs West Amberley
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving West Amberley (984) sits above Leichhardt (972).
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Leichhardt and West Amberley side by side
| Measure | Leichhardt | West Amberley |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $520/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $255/wk | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 972 | 984 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 20 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 0 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 777 mm | 754 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.5°C | 31.7°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
- West Amberley edges out on average school ICSEA (984 vs 972).
Leichhardt vs West Amberley: common questions
Does Leichhardt or West Amberley have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), West Amberley scores 984 vs 972 in Leichhardt. 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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