Lower Inman Valley vs Hindmarsh Valley

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Lower Inman Valley (1013) sits above Hindmarsh Valley (1008).

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Lower Inman Valley and Hindmarsh Valley side by side

MeasureLower Inman ValleyHindmarsh Valley
Renting
House rent–$700/wk
Unit rent–$305/wk
Owner occupied91.0%86.0%
Renter occupied6.0%11.0%
Schools
Schools nearby45
Average ICSEA10131008
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population517648
Median age5045
Climate
Annual rainfall682 mm619 mm
Mean max, January24.9°C24.9°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
Lower Inman Valley edges out on average school ICSEA (1013 vs 1008).

Lower Inman Valley vs Hindmarsh Valley: common questions

Does Lower Inman Valley or Hindmarsh Valley have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Lower Inman Valley scores 1013 vs 1008 in Hindmarsh Valley. 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.