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Paynedale vs Upper Capel

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Upper Capel (989) sits above Paynedale (986).

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Paynedale and Upper Capel side by side

MeasurePaynedaleUpper Capel
Renting
House rent$300/wk$300/wk
Unit rent$255/wk$300/wk
Owner occupied96.0%93.0%
Renter occupied–7.0%
Schools
Schools nearby52
Average ICSEA986989
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score50
Population60177
Median age4048
Climate
Annual rainfall817 mm851 mm
Mean max, January30.4°C30.6°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
Upper Capel edges out on average school ICSEA (989 vs 986).

Paynedale vs Upper Capel: common questions

Does Paynedale or Upper Capel have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Upper Capel scores 989 vs 986 in Paynedale. 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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