The Hermitage vs Canningvale
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving The Hermitage (955) sits above Canningvale (953). The Hermitage skews owner-occupied (92%), Canningvale runs more rental-dense (81% owner).
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| Measure | The Hermitage | Canningvale |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 92.0% | 81.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 7.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 12 | 11 |
| Average ICSEA | 955 | 953 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 55 | 118 |
| Median age | 57 | 52 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 655 mm | 606 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.2°C | 30.6°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 Hermitage edges out on average school ICSEA (955 vs 953).
The Hermitage vs Canningvale: common questions
Does The Hermitage or Canningvale have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), The Hermitage scores 955 vs 953 in Canningvale. 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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