Palm Grove vs Preston
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Palm Grove (992) sits above Preston (986).
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Palm Grove and Preston side by side
| Measure | Palm Grove | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 992 | 986 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.7°C | 31.1°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
- Palm Grove edges out on average school ICSEA (992 vs 986).
Palm Grove vs Preston: common questions
Does Palm Grove or Preston have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Palm Grove scores 992 vs 986 in Preston. 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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