Upper Esk vs Ben Lomond
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Ben Lomond (930) sits above Upper Esk (897).
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Upper Esk and Ben Lomond side by side
| Measure | Upper Esk | Ben Lomond |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $173/wk | $273/wk |
| Unit rent | $147/wk | $232/wk |
| Owner occupied | 67.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 897 | 930 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 25 | – |
| Median age | 63 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1025 mm | 1517 mm |
| Mean max, January | 22.0°C | 15.5°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
- Ben Lomond edges out on average school ICSEA (930 vs 897).
Upper Esk vs Ben Lomond: common questions
Does Upper Esk or Ben Lomond have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Ben Lomond scores 930 vs 897 in Upper Esk. 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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