Simson vs Havelock
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Simson (961) sits above Havelock (959).
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Simson and Havelock side by side
| Measure | Simson | Havelock |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 92.0% | 89.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 961 | 959 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 76 | 83 |
| Median age | 57 | 53 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 478 mm | 456 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.6°C | 29.9°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
- Simson edges out on average school ICSEA (961 vs 959). Simson also has a higher family-household share (92% vs 79%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Simson vs Havelock: common questions
Does Simson or Havelock have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Simson scores 961 vs 959 in Havelock. 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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