Rush Creek vs Samsonvale
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Samsonvale (1071) sits above Rush Creek (1019).
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Rush Creek and Samsonvale side by side
| Measure | Rush Creek | Samsonvale |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 93.0% | 93.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 6.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 8 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 1019 | 1071 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 152 | 674 |
| Median age | 48 | 40 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1184 mm | 1136 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.9°C | 30.2°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
- Samsonvale edges out on average school ICSEA (1071 vs 1019).
Rush Creek vs Samsonvale: common questions
Does Rush Creek or Samsonvale have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Samsonvale scores 1071 vs 1019 in Rush Creek. 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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