Salisbury South vs Parafield

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Parafield (970) sits above Salisbury South (953).

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Salisbury South and Parafield side by side

MeasureSalisbury SouthParafield
Renting
House rent–$550/wk
Owner occupied18.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby2020
Average ICSEA953970
Lifestyle and people
Walk score–56
Transit score–0
Bike score–45
Population7821
Median age8322
Climate
Annual rainfall469 mm469 mm
Mean max, January30.4°C30.4°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
Parafield edges out on average school ICSEA (970 vs 953).

Salisbury South vs Parafield: common questions

Does Salisbury South or Parafield have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Parafield scores 970 vs 953 in Salisbury South. 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.