Philpott vs Riverleigh
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Riverleigh (959) sits above Philpott (955). Philpott skews owner-occupied (93%), Riverleigh runs more rental-dense (73% owner).
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Philpott and Riverleigh side by side
| Measure | Philpott | Riverleigh |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 93.0% | 73.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 27.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 3 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 955 | 959 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 32 | 95 |
| Median age | 54 | 46 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 648 mm | 633 mm |
| Mean max, January | 33.4°C | 33.7°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
- Riverleigh edges out on average school ICSEA (959 vs 955).
Philpott vs Riverleigh: common questions
Does Philpott or Riverleigh have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Riverleigh scores 959 vs 955 in Philpott. 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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