Olympic Dam vs Purple Downs
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Purple Downs (950) sits above Olympic Dam (949).
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Olympic Dam and Purple Downs side by side
| Measure | Olympic Dam | Purple Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 949 | 950 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 308 | – |
| Median age | 36 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 157 mm | 156 mm |
| Mean max, January | 36.9°C | 36.3°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
- Purple Downs edges out on average school ICSEA (950 vs 949).
Olympic Dam vs Purple Downs: common questions
Does Olympic Dam or Purple Downs have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Purple Downs scores 950 vs 949 in Olympic Dam. 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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