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School zones, also called catchments, are decided by each state's education department, and they change. The note under each suburb is the suburb report's summary of its schools. Always check the zone of the school you care about, for the address you are looking at. Check a school zone.

1,179 suburbs

Showing 976 to 1,000, best first. Tick two to four suburbs to compare them side by side.

  1. Lockridge WA 6054

    Average

    A rapidly gentrifying entry-level pocket offering exceptional value and proximity to the Swan Valley for first-home buyers and investors.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10
    • Safety 4 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Lockridge Primary and Kiara College are the main local options; several private schools nearby.

    Median house price $665,000 Median house rent $642 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  2. Melton South VIC 3338

    Average

    A rapidly evolving gateway to Melbourne's west offering high affordability and direct rail connectivity for first-home buyers and families.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10
    • Safety 4 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Melton South Primary and Staughton College are central; Al Iman College is a major drawcard.

    Median house price $565,000 Median house rent $430 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  3. Merredin WA 6415

    Good

    A strategic regional powerhouse in the Wheatbelt offering high-yield investment opportunities and an essential service hub for Western Australia's agricultural…

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10
    • Safety 5 of 10
    • Affordability 10 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Merredin College is a well-regarded K-12 facility serving the wider district.

    Median house price $290,000 Median house rent $420 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  4. Midvale WA 6056

    Average

    A high-growth, entry-level suburb benefiting from the massive infrastructure injection into the adjacent Midland regional hub.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10
    • Safety 4 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Average; Midvale Primary is the local, with Swan View SHS nearby.

    Median house price $649,500 Median house rent $700 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  5. Quorn SA 5433

    Good

    A historic railway town serving as the scenic gateway to the Flinders Ranges, offering exceptional affordability and a quiet, community-focused lifestyle.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10
    • Safety 8 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Fair. Quorn Area School is the sole provider; limited extracurricular variety.

    Median house price $235,000 Median house rent $320 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  6. Redbank Plains QLD 4301

    Average

    A high-growth residential corridor offering significant affordability for families and investors within the Ipswich-Brisbane expansion zone.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10
    • Safety 4 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Multiple state and private options including Redbank Plains State High and St Ann's School.

    Median house price $758,000 Median house rent $580 a week

    Report updated 2 Mar 2026

  7. Riverwood NSW 2210

    Average

    A strategically located transport hub undergoing a significant transition from industrial roots to high-density residential living.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10
    • Safety 4 of 10
    • Affordability 7 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Multiple primary schools; high schools are located in neighboring suburbs.

    Median house price $1,510,000 Median house rent $780 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  8. Sarina QLD 4737

    Good

    A resilient regional hub blending traditional sugar industry heritage with proximity to major coal export ports and coastal lifestyle assets.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10
    • Safety 6 of 10
    • Affordability 8 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Home to Sarina State School and Sarina State High School.

    Median house price $511,000 Median house rent $582 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  9. South Hedland WA 6722

    Good

    A critical resource-sector residential hub offering exceptional rental yields and essential services for the Pilbara's workforce.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10
    • Safety 4 of 10
    • Affordability 5 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Primary options are decent; Hedland Senior High School is the only local public secondary option.

    Median house price $490,525 Median house rent $950 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  10. South Kalgoorlie WA 6430

    Average

    A high-yield residential stronghold for the mining workforce, offering some of the state's most accessible entry points and robust rental returns.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10
    • Safety 4 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: South Kalgoorlie Primary is a focal point; high schoolers usually travel to Kalgoorlie-Boulder CHS.

    Median house price $382,500 Median house rent $650 a week

    Report updated 6 Mar 2026

  11. Surfside NSW 2536

    Average

    A serene coastal pocket offering immediate beach access and proximity to Batemans Bay, currently navigating significant long-term coastal management and…

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 6 of 10
    • Safety 8 of 10
    • Affordability 7 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Low; no schools within walking distance.

    Median house price $725,000 Median house rent $580 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  12. Barraba NSW 2347

    Average

    A resilient New England pastoral town offering exceptional entry-level affordability and a scenic riverside lifestyle.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 5 of 10
    • Safety 7 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Barraba Central School provides K-12 education; St Joseph's offers a Catholic primary option.

    Median house price $290,000 Median house rent $202 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  13. Blackwater QLD 4717

    Average

    A critical mining hub offering exceptional rental yields and entry-level pricing, balanced against high economic sensitivity to the coal industry.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 5 of 10
    • Safety 4 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Average. Blackwater State School and Blackwater State High School serve the community.

    Median house price $280,000 Median house rent $435 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  14. Condobolin NSW 2877

    Average

    A resilient agricultural and mining service hub offering extreme affordability and a strong community spirit on the Lachlan River.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 5 of 10
    • Safety 4 of 10
    • Affordability 10 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Condobolin Public and High Schools provide full K-12 coverage locally.

    Median house price $300,000 Median house rent $355 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  15. Dysart QLD 4745

    Average

    A high-yield mining hub offering entry-level affordability but tethered strictly to the lifecycle of the Bowen Basin's coal industry.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 5 of 10
    • Safety 5 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Adequate; local primary and high schools serve the community well.

    Median house price $239,000 Median house rent $450 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  16. Kambalda West WA 6442

    Average

    A purpose-built mining community offering exceptional rental yields and affordable entry points, deeply integrated with the Goldfields' nickel and gold sectors.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 5 of 10
    • Safety 6 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Fair; local primary and lower secondary available, but limited upper secondary.

    Median house price $215,000 Median house rent $410 a week

    Report updated 6 Mar 2026

  17. Melton VIC 3337

    Average

    A value-driven outer-western hub offering large traditional allotments and significant upcoming healthcare infrastructure.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 5 of 10
    • Safety 3 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Multiple options including Melton Secondary College and St Dominic's Primary.

    Median house price $597,500 Median house rent $430 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  18. Mount Isa QLD 4825

    Average

    A resilient mining powerhouse navigating a significant economic transition following major mine closures, offering high yields for risk-tolerant investors.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 5 of 10
    • Safety 2 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Spinifex State College and several Catholic/Private options; School of the Air serves the wider region.

    Report updated 6 Mar 2026

  19. Ravensthorpe WA 6346

    Average

    A rugged regional service hub defined by its dual identity as a mining center and an agricultural gateway to the Fitzgerald River National Park.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 5 of 10
    • Safety 7 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Ravensthorpe District High School is the sole provider; well-regarded community feel.

    Median house price $210,000 Median house rent $362 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  20. South Grafton NSW 2460

    Average

    A historic riverside hub offering significant regional affordability and transport connectivity, tempered by critical flood-plain risks.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 5 of 10
    • Safety 4 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Multiple primary options and one main public high school.

    Median house price $432,500 Median house rent $492 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  21. Moree NSW 2400

    Average

    A critical agricultural and logistics hub offering exceptional rental yields and low entry costs, balanced against significant socio-economic and environmental…

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall 4 of 10
    • Safety 1 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Selection of public and private schools; Moree Secondary College has two campuses.

    Median house price $335,000 Median house rent $400 a week

    Report updated 5 Mar 2026

  22. Adelong NSW 2729

    Good

    A picturesque heritage-listed gold mining town offering affordable rural living at the foothills of the Snowy Mountains.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall – of 10
    • Safety 9 of 10
    • Affordability 8 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Adelong Public School and St Joseph's Primary School provide quality local education.

    Median house price $540,000 Median house rent $270 a week

    Report updated 13 Mar 2026

  23. Apple Tree Creek QLD 4660

    Good

    A tranquil rural-residential enclave offering expansive allotments and a heritage-rich community feel just minutes from the service hub of Childers.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall – of 10
    • Safety 9 of 10
    • Affordability 8 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Good for primary; Apple Tree Creek State School is a small, community-focused campus.

    Median house price $620,000 Median house rent $490 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  24. Batlow NSW 2730

    Average

    A resilient agricultural township offering exceptional affordability and a cool-climate lifestyle within the scenic Snowy Valleys.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall – of 10
    • Safety 8 of 10
    • Affordability 9 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Batlow Technology School provides K-12 education locally.

    Median house price $362,500 Median house rent $362 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

  25. Bedfordale WA 6112

    Good

    A premium semi-rural hills retreat offering expansive lifestyle lots and bushland serenity within commuting distance of Perth.

    • Schools 5 of 10
    • Overall – of 10
    • Safety 9 of 10
    • Affordability 4 of 10

    Schools, from the report: Moderate; served by Armadale SHS catchment, but many residents opt for private schools like John Wollaston Anglican.

    Median house price $1,300,000 Median house rent $650 a week

    Report updated 31 Mar 2026

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Newest report: 1 Apr 2026. Newest statistics: 16 Jun 2026.

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