Yamba vs Pike River
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Yamba (965) sits above Pike River (955).
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Yamba and Pike River side by side
| Measure | Yamba | Pike River |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $460/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $70/wk |
| Owner occupied | – | 82.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 7 |
| Average ICSEA | 965 | 955 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 0 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 0 |
| Population | 3 | 52 |
| Median age | 33 | 49 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 263 mm | 276 mm |
| Mean max, January | 33.1°C | 32.9°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
- Yamba edges out on average school ICSEA (965 vs 955).
Yamba vs Pike River: common questions
Does Yamba or Pike River have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Yamba scores 965 vs 955 in Pike River. 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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