Paddys Flat vs Haystack

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Haystack (842) sits above Paddys Flat (784).

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Paddys Flat and Haystack side by side

MeasurePaddys FlatHaystack
Renting
Owner occupied–100.0%
Schools
Schools nearby23
Average ICSEA784842
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–3
Median age–58
Climate
Annual rainfall1019 mm961 mm
Mean max, January29.6°C30.1°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
Haystack edges out on average school ICSEA (842 vs 784).

Paddys Flat vs Haystack: common questions

Does Paddys Flat or Haystack have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Haystack scores 842 vs 784 in Paddys Flat. 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.