Springfield vs Opossum Creek
Opossum Creek scores higher on walkability (0/100 vs 2/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Opossum Creek (1003) sits above Springfield (998).
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Springfield and Opossum Creek side by side
| Measure | Springfield | Opossum Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 998 | 1003 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 2 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 813 mm | 813 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.9°C | 30.9°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
- Opossum Creek edges out on average school ICSEA (1003 vs 998).
Springfield vs Opossum Creek: common questions
Does Springfield or Opossum Creek have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Opossum Creek scores 1003 vs 998 in Springfield. 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.
Which is more walkable, Springfield or Opossum Creek?
Opossum Creek scores 2/100 on walkability vs 0/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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