Leslie Dam vs Allan

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Leslie Dam (954) sits above Allan (948). Allan skews owner-occupied (89%), Leslie Dam runs more rental-dense (79% owner).

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Leslie Dam and Allan side by side

MeasureLeslie DamAllan
Renting
Owner occupied79.0%89.0%
Renter occupied19.0%11.0%
Schools
Schools nearby1311
Average ICSEA954948
Lifestyle and people
Walk score0–
Transit score0–
Bike score0–
Population11891
Median age4944
Climate
Annual rainfall630 mm612 mm
Mean max, January30.7°C30.8°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
Leslie Dam edges out on average school ICSEA (954 vs 948). Allan also has a higher family-household share (103% vs 79%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Leslie Dam vs Allan: common questions

Does Leslie Dam or Allan have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Leslie Dam scores 954 vs 948 in Allan. 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.