Purnim West vs Grassmere
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Purnim West (1028) sits above Grassmere (1010). Purnim West skews owner-occupied (115%), Grassmere runs more rental-dense (76% owner).
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| Measure | Purnim West | Grassmere |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 115.0% | 76.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 15.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 1028 | 1010 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 0 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 0 |
| Population | 50 | 385 |
| Median age | 42 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 740 mm | 746 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.5°C | 24.3°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
- Purnim West edges out on average school ICSEA (1028 vs 1010). Purnim West also has a higher family-household share (100% vs 76%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Purnim West vs Grassmere: common questions
Does Purnim West or Grassmere have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Purnim West scores 1028 vs 1010 in Grassmere. 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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