Shelly Beach vs Town Common
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Shelly Beach (955) sits above Town Common (940).
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Shelly Beach and Town Common side by side
| Measure | Shelly Beach | Town Common |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 9 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 955 | 940 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 5 | 5 |
| Population | – | 3 |
| Median age | – | 80 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1182 mm | 1096 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 940).
Shelly Beach vs Town Common: common questions
Does Shelly Beach or Town Common have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Shelly Beach scores 955 vs 940 in Town Common. 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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