Western Junction vs Perth
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Perth (999) sits above Western Junction (959).
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| Measure | Western Junction | Perth |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $273/wk | $280/wk |
| Unit rent | $220/wk | $238/wk |
| Owner occupied | 95.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 11.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 959 | 999 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 5 | 20 |
| Population | 128 | – |
| Median age | 45 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 630 mm | 649 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.2°C | 24.1°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
- Perth edges out on average school ICSEA (999 vs 959).
Western Junction vs Perth: common questions
Does Western Junction or Perth have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Perth scores 999 vs 959 in Western Junction. 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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