Leonards Hill vs Barkstead
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Leonards Hill (1034) sits above Barkstead (1016).
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Leonards Hill and Barkstead side by side
| Measure | Leonards Hill | Barkstead |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 100.0% | 94.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1034 | 1016 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 20 | 0 |
| Population | 47 | 41 |
| Median age | 45 | 54 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 858 mm | 896 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.9°C | 24.5°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
- Leonards Hill edges out on average school ICSEA (1034 vs 1016). Leonards Hill also has a higher family-household share (86% vs 72%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Leonards Hill vs Barkstead: common questions
Does Leonards Hill or Barkstead have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Leonards Hill scores 1034 vs 1016 in Barkstead. 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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