Mount Archer vs Royston

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Mount Archer (982) sits above Royston (981).

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Mount Archer and Royston side by side

MeasureMount ArcherRoyston
Renting
Owner occupied–94.0%
Renter occupied–8.0%
Schools
Schools nearby63
Average ICSEA982981
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–346
Median age–46
Climate
Annual rainfall967 mm967 mm
Mean max, January30.4°C30.4°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
Mount Archer edges out on average school ICSEA (982 vs 981).

Mount Archer vs Royston: common questions

Does Mount Archer or Royston have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Mount Archer scores 982 vs 981 in Royston. 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.