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North Shields vs Fountain

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving North Shields (970) sits above Fountain (922).

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North Shields and Fountain side by side

MeasureNorth ShieldsFountain
Renting
House rent$250/wk–
Unit rent$370/wk–
Owner occupied83.0%–
Renter occupied14.0%38.0%
Schools
Schools nearby58
Average ICSEA970922
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population3389
Median age4958
Climate
Annual rainfall480 mm524 mm
Mean max, January25.9°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
North Shields edges out on average school ICSEA (970 vs 922).

North Shields vs Fountain: common questions

Does North Shields or Fountain have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), North Shields scores 970 vs 922 in Fountain. 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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