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Meredith vs Elaine

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Meredith (1016) sits above Elaine (1013).

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Meredith and Elaine side by side

MeasureMeredithElaine
Renting
Owner occupied83.0%79.0%
Renter occupied14.0%16.0%
Schools
Schools nearby2020
Average ICSEA10161013
Lifestyle and people
Walk score–0
Transit score–0
Bike score–0
Population821232
Median age4544
Climate
Annual rainfall577 mm638 mm
Mean max, January25.7°C25.6°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
Meredith edges out on average school ICSEA (1016 vs 1013). Meredith also has a higher family-household share (76% vs 63%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Meredith vs Elaine: common questions

Does Meredith or Elaine have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Meredith scores 1016 vs 1013 in Elaine. 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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