Mount Richmond vs Nelson
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Nelson (966) sits above Mount Richmond (963).
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Mount Richmond and Nelson side by side
| Measure | Mount Richmond | Nelson |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 107.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 14 | 9 |
| Average ICSEA | 963 | 966 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 42 | 191 |
| Median age | 45 | 60 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 884 mm | 793 mm |
| Mean max, January | 23.0°C | 24.4°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
- Nelson edges out on average school ICSEA (966 vs 963).
Mount Richmond vs Nelson: common questions
Does Mount Richmond or Nelson have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Nelson scores 966 vs 963 in Mount Richmond. 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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