Upper Castra vs Preston

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Preston (950) sits above Upper Castra (944).

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Upper Castra and Preston side by side

MeasureUpper CastraPreston
Renting
House rent$246/wk$246/wk
Unit rent$200/wk$209/wk
Owner occupied87.0%–
Renter occupied21.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby713
Average ICSEA944950
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population85–
Median age53–
Climate
Annual rainfall1223 mm1319 mm
Mean max, January21.2°C20.8°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
Preston edges out on average school ICSEA (950 vs 944).

Upper Castra vs Preston: common questions

Does Upper Castra or Preston have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Preston scores 950 vs 944 in Upper Castra. 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.