Mitchells Flat vs Scotts Flat
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Mitchells Flat (952) sits above Scotts Flat (939). Mitchells Flat skews owner-occupied (89%), Scotts Flat runs more rental-dense (29% owner).
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Mitchells Flat and Scotts Flat side by side
| Measure | Mitchells Flat | Scotts Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $640/wk | $640/wk |
| Unit rent | $480/wk | $480/wk |
| Owner occupied | 89.0% | 29.0% |
| Renter occupied | 4.0% | 43.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 7 |
| Average ICSEA | 952 | 939 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 0 | – |
| Population | 242 | 43 |
| Median age | 43 | 32 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 685 mm | 655 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.4°C | 31.5°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
- Mitchells Flat edges out on average school ICSEA (952 vs 939). Mitchells Flat also has a higher family-household share (92% vs 33%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Mitchells Flat vs Scotts Flat: common questions
Does Mitchells Flat or Scotts Flat have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Mitchells Flat scores 952 vs 939 in Scotts Flat. 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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