Rowes Bay vs Shelly Beach
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Shelly Beach (955) sits above Rowes Bay (944).
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Rowes Bay and Shelly Beach side by side
| Measure | Rowes Bay | Shelly Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 46.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 24.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 9 |
| Average ICSEA | 944 | 955 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 30 | 5 |
| Population | 541 | – |
| Median age | 69 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1096 mm | 1182 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.7°C | 31.7°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
- Shelly Beach edges out on average school ICSEA (955 vs 944).
Rowes Bay vs Shelly Beach: common questions
Does Rowes Bay or Shelly Beach have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Shelly Beach scores 955 vs 944 in Rowes 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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