Paraparap vs Bellbrae
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Bellbrae (1099) sits above Paraparap (1074). Bellbrae skews owner-occupied (82%), Paraparap runs more rental-dense (68% owner).
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Paraparap and Bellbrae side by side
| Measure | Paraparap | Bellbrae |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 68.0% | 82.0% |
| Renter occupied | 21.0% | 6.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 8 |
| Average ICSEA | 1074 | 1099 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 0 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 5 |
| Population | 167 | 1,346 |
| Median age | 44 | 52 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 574 mm | 598 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.5°C | 24.1°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
- Bellbrae edges out on average school ICSEA (1099 vs 1074).
Paraparap vs Bellbrae: common questions
Does Paraparap or Bellbrae have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Bellbrae scores 1099 vs 1074 in Paraparap. 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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