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Springfield vs South Springfield

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Springfield (924) sits above South Springfield (909).

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Springfield and South Springfield side by side

MeasureSpringfieldSouth Springfield
Renting
House rent$210/wk$210/wk
Unit rent$179/wk$185/wk
Owner occupied–91.0%
Renter occupied–27.0%
Schools
Schools nearby23
Average ICSEA924909
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–30
Median age–32
Climate
Annual rainfall1016 mm1239 mm
Mean max, January23.2°C22.7°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
Springfield edges out on average school ICSEA (924 vs 909).

Springfield vs South Springfield: common questions

Does Springfield or South Springfield have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Springfield scores 924 vs 909 in South 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.

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