Salem vs Petwood
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Salem (1031) sits above Petwood (1024).
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Salem and Petwood side by side
| Measure | Salem | Petwood |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 104.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 14.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 13 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 1031 | 1024 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | – | 90 |
| Median age | – | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 435 mm | 449 mm |
| Mean max, January | 28.7°C | 28.8°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
- Salem edges out on average school ICSEA (1031 vs 1024).
Salem vs Petwood: common questions
Does Salem or Petwood have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Salem scores 1031 vs 1024 in Petwood. 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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