Spectacle Lake vs Gerard
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Gerard (952) sits above Spectacle Lake (948).
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Spectacle Lake and Gerard side by side
| Measure | Spectacle Lake | Gerard |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Renter occupied | – | 108.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 16 | 15 |
| Average ICSEA | 948 | 952 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 5 | 50 |
| Median age | 34 | 27 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 262 mm | 259 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.7°C | 32.7°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
- Gerard edges out on average school ICSEA (952 vs 948).
Spectacle Lake vs Gerard: common questions
Does Spectacle Lake or Gerard have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Gerard scores 952 vs 948 in Spectacle Lake. 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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