Palmers Oaky vs Running Stream
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Palmers Oaky (941) sits above Running Stream (911). Palmers Oaky skews owner-occupied (77%), Running Stream runs more rental-dense (65% owner).
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Palmers Oaky and Running Stream side by side
| Measure | Palmers Oaky | Running Stream |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $580/wk | $650/wk |
| Unit rent | $450/wk | $450/wk |
| Owner occupied | 77.0% | 65.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 7.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 11 |
| Average ICSEA | 941 | 911 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 38 | 120 |
| Median age | 57 | 61 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 720 mm | 794 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.8°C | 26.3°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
- Palmers Oaky edges out on average school ICSEA (941 vs 911). Palmers Oaky also has a higher family-household share (77% vs 56%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Palmers Oaky vs Running Stream: common questions
Does Palmers Oaky or Running Stream have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Palmers Oaky scores 941 vs 911 in Running Stream. 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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