Wellington vs East Wellington

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving East Wellington (924) sits above Wellington (916).

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Wellington and East Wellington side by side

MeasureWellingtonEast Wellington
Renting
Owner occupied79.0%–
Renter occupied16.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby514
Average ICSEA916924
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population184–
Median age58–
Climate
Annual rainfall366 mm373 mm
Mean max, January29.2°C28.9°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
East Wellington edges out on average school ICSEA (924 vs 916).

Wellington vs East Wellington: common questions

Does Wellington or East Wellington have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), East Wellington scores 924 vs 916 in Wellington. 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.