Rapid Bay vs Deep Creek
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Deep Creek (996) sits above Rapid Bay (973).
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Rapid Bay and Deep Creek side by side
| Measure | Rapid Bay | Deep Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $450/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $236/wk | – |
| Owner occupied | 75.0% | 80.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 973 | 996 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 15 | 28 |
| Median age | 56 | 57 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 675 mm | 786 mm |
| Mean max, January | 23.9°C | 23.2°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
- Deep Creek edges out on average school ICSEA (996 vs 973).
Rapid Bay vs Deep Creek: common questions
Does Rapid Bay or Deep Creek have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Deep Creek scores 996 vs 973 in Rapid Bay. 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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