Strathalbyn vs Gemmells
Strathalbyn scores higher on walkability (4/100 vs 0/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Gemmells (1016) sits above Strathalbyn (997).
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Strathalbyn and Gemmells side by side
| Measure | Strathalbyn | Gemmells |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $630/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $420/wk | – |
| Owner occupied | 77.0% | 85.0% |
| Renter occupied | 20.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 997 | 1016 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 4 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 10 | 0 |
| Population | 7,246 | 99 |
| Median age | 47 | 39 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 473 mm | 612 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.9°C | 27.7°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
- Gemmells edges out on average school ICSEA (1016 vs 997).
Strathalbyn vs Gemmells: common questions
Does Strathalbyn or Gemmells have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Gemmells scores 1016 vs 997 in Strathalbyn. 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, Strathalbyn or Gemmells?
Strathalbyn scores 4/100 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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