Royston vs Mount Archer
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Mount Archer (982) sits above Royston (981).
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Royston and Mount Archer side by side
| Measure | Royston | Mount Archer |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 94.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 8.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 3 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 981 | 982 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 346 | – |
| Median age | 46 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 967 mm | 967 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.4°C | 30.4°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
- Mount Archer edges out on average school ICSEA (982 vs 981).
Royston vs Mount Archer: common questions
Does Royston or Mount Archer have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Mount Archer scores 982 vs 981 in Royston. 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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