Wattle Hill vs Dodges Ferry

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Wattle Hill (991) sits above Dodges Ferry (953).

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Wattle Hill and Dodges Ferry side by side

MeasureWattle HillDodges Ferry
Renting
House rent$350/wk$330/wk
Unit rent$298/wk$340/wk
Owner occupied–81.0%
Renter occupied–17.0%
Schools
Schools nearby62
Average ICSEA991953
Lifestyle and people
Walk score–2
Transit score–0
Bike score–0
Population–2,646
Median age–43
Climate
Annual rainfall665 mm557 mm
Mean max, January21.6°C22.0°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
Wattle Hill edges out on average school ICSEA (991 vs 953).

Wattle Hill vs Dodges Ferry: common questions

Does Wattle Hill or Dodges Ferry have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Wattle Hill scores 991 vs 953 in Dodges Ferry. 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.