Oolong vs Lade Vale

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Lade Vale (1041) sits above Oolong (1015). Lade Vale skews owner-occupied (79%), Oolong runs more rental-dense (58% owner).

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Oolong and Lade Vale side by side

MeasureOolongLade Vale
Renting
Owner occupied58.0%79.0%
Renter occupied–15.0%
Schools
Schools nearby1120
Average ICSEA10151041
Lifestyle and people
Walk score0–
Transit score0–
Bike score0–
Population54158
Median age4348
Climate
Annual rainfall636 mm652 mm
Mean max, January29.9°C29.6°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
Lade Vale edges out on average school ICSEA (1041 vs 1015).

Oolong vs Lade Vale: common questions

Does Oolong or Lade Vale have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Lade Vale scores 1041 vs 1015 in Oolong. 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.