Spring Valley vs Yarra

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Spring Valley (981) sits above Yarra (973).

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Spring Valley and Yarra side by side

MeasureSpring ValleyYarra
Renting
House rent$550/wk$550/wk
Unit rent$420/wk$420/wk
Owner occupied–91.0%
Renter occupied–20.0%
Schools
Schools nearby2016
Average ICSEA981973
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–138
Median age–47
Climate
Annual rainfall685 mm641 mm
Mean max, January27.6°C28.3°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
Spring Valley edges out on average school ICSEA (981 vs 973).

Spring Valley vs Yarra: common questions

Does Spring Valley or Yarra have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Spring Valley scores 981 vs 973 in Yarra. 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.