The Gap vs Western Flat
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving The Gap (974) sits above Western Flat (971). The Gap skews owner-occupied (129%), Western Flat runs more rental-dense (53% owner).
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The Gap and Western Flat side by side
| Measure | The Gap | Western Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 129.0% | 53.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 20.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 7 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 974 | 971 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 26 | 121 |
| Median age | 37 | 48 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 497 mm | 474 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.2°C | 29.5°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
- The Gap edges out on average school ICSEA (974 vs 971).
The Gap vs Western Flat: common questions
Does The Gap or Western Flat have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), The Gap scores 974 vs 971 in Western Flat. 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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