Rockhampton City vs North Rockhampton
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving North Rockhampton (949) sits above Rockhampton City (945).
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Rockhampton City and North Rockhampton side by side
| Measure | Rockhampton City | North Rockhampton |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $255,000 | – |
| Median unit | $475,000 | – |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 42.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 53.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 945 | 949 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 100 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 100 | – |
| Population | 2,059 | – |
| Median age | 42 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 717 mm | 728 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.3°C | 32.1°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
- North Rockhampton edges out on average school ICSEA (949 vs 945).
Rockhampton City vs North Rockhampton: common questions
Does Rockhampton City or North Rockhampton have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), North Rockhampton scores 949 vs 945 in Rockhampton City. 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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