Stephenston vs Carrieton
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Carrieton (991) sits above Stephenston (945).
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Stephenston and Carrieton side by side
| Measure | Stephenston | Carrieton |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 82.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 24.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 945 | 991 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 0 | – |
| Population | – | 51 |
| Median age | – | 44 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 259 mm | 305 mm |
| Mean max, January | 33.7°C | 32.5°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
- Carrieton edges out on average school ICSEA (991 vs 945).
Stephenston vs Carrieton: common questions
Does Stephenston or Carrieton have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Carrieton scores 991 vs 945 in Stephenston. 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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