Porter Lagoon vs Farrell Flat
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Farrell Flat (1001) sits above Porter Lagoon (981).
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Porter Lagoon and Farrell Flat side by side
| Measure | Porter Lagoon | Farrell Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $300/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $200/wk |
| Owner occupied | – | 77.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 20.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 13 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 981 | 1001 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 8 | 201 |
| Median age | 43 | 50 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 449 mm | 470 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.0°C | 30.2°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
- Farrell Flat edges out on average school ICSEA (1001 vs 981).
Porter Lagoon vs Farrell Flat: common questions
Does Porter Lagoon or Farrell Flat have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Farrell Flat scores 1001 vs 981 in Porter Lagoon. 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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