Shortland vs Callaghan

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Shortland (1000) sits above Callaghan (985).

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Shortland and Callaghan side by side

MeasureShortlandCallaghan
Price and market
Median house$772,500–
Median unit$265,680–
House price change, 12 months+10.4%–
Renting
House rent$623/wk–
Owner occupied56.0%–
Renter occupied36.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby2020
Average ICSEA1000985
Lifestyle and people
Walk score–24
Transit score–80
Bike score–100
Population4,537–
Median age33–
Climate
Annual rainfall1098 mm1098 mm
Mean max, January28.5°C28.5°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
Shortland edges out on average school ICSEA (1000 vs 985).

Shortland vs Callaghan: common questions

Does Shortland or Callaghan have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Shortland scores 1000 vs 985 in Callaghan. 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.