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Smiths Gully vs Strathewen

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Smiths Gully (1044) sits above Strathewen (1022).

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Smiths Gully and Strathewen side by side

MeasureSmiths GullyStrathewen
Renting
Owner occupied88.0%79.0%
Renter occupied3.0%14.0%
Schools
Schools nearby97
Average ICSEA10441022
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population356198
Median age4941
Climate
Annual rainfall780 mm809 mm
Mean max, January27.0°C27.1°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
Smiths Gully edges out on average school ICSEA (1044 vs 1022). Smiths Gully also has a higher family-household share (86% vs 74%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Smiths Gully vs Strathewen: common questions

Does Smiths Gully or Strathewen have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Smiths Gully scores 1044 vs 1022 in Strathewen. 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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