The Head vs The Falls
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving The Head (964) sits above The Falls (950).
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The Head and The Falls side by side
| Measure | The Head | The Falls |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 19.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 16 | 19 |
| Average ICSEA | 964 | 950 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 12 | 51 |
| Median age | 70 | 49 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1096 mm | 903 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.4°C | 27.4°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 Head edges out on average school ICSEA (964 vs 950).
The Head vs The Falls: common questions
Does The Head or The Falls have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), The Head scores 964 vs 950 in The Falls. 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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