Lyons vs Dartmoor
Dartmoor scores higher on walkability (0/100 vs 4/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Dartmoor (961) sits above Lyons (930).
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Lyons and Dartmoor side by side
| Measure | Lyons | Dartmoor |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 3 | 9 |
| Average ICSEA | 930 | 961 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 4 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 5 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 790 mm | 741 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.7°C | 25.7°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
- Dartmoor edges out on average school ICSEA (961 vs 930).
Lyons vs Dartmoor: common questions
Does Lyons or Dartmoor have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Dartmoor scores 961 vs 930 in Lyons. 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.
Which is more walkable, Lyons or Dartmoor?
Dartmoor scores 4/100 on walkability vs 0/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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