May Downs vs Clarke Creek

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Clarke Creek (1001) sits above May Downs (976).

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May Downs and Clarke Creek side by side

MeasureMay DownsClarke Creek
Renting
Owner occupied70.0%–
Renter occupied11.0%78.0%
Schools
Schools nearby21
Average ICSEA9761001
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population9332
Median age3846
Climate
Annual rainfall562 mm624 mm
Mean max, January33.3°C32.6°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
Clarke Creek edges out on average school ICSEA (1001 vs 976). May Downs also has a higher family-household share (89% vs 78%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

May Downs vs Clarke Creek: common questions

Does May Downs or Clarke Creek have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Clarke Creek scores 1001 vs 976 in May Downs. 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.