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Lima East vs Samaria

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Lima East (1011) sits above Samaria (1010). Lima East skews owner-occupied (93%), Samaria runs more rental-dense (62% owner).

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Lima East and Samaria side by side

MeasureLima EastSamaria
Renting
Owner occupied93.0%62.0%
Renter occupied–14.0%
Schools
Schools nearby1817
Average ICSEA10111010
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population16557
Median age5354
Climate
Annual rainfall909 mm868 mm
Mean max, January30.0°C30.0°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
Lima East edges out on average school ICSEA (1011 vs 1010).

Lima East vs Samaria: common questions

Does Lima East or Samaria have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Lima East scores 1011 vs 1010 in Samaria. 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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