Preston vs Hodgson Vale
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Preston (1012) sits above Hodgson Vale (1003).
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Preston and Hodgson Vale side by side
| Measure | Preston | Hodgson Vale |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 93.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 6.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 11 | 13 |
| Average ICSEA | 1012 | 1003 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | – | 1,444 |
| Median age | – | 39 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 732 mm | 732 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.5°C | 29.5°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
- Preston edges out on average school ICSEA (1012 vs 1003).
Preston vs Hodgson Vale: common questions
Does Preston or Hodgson Vale have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Preston scores 1012 vs 1003 in Hodgson Vale. 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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