Applethorpe vs Dalcouth
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Dalcouth (966) sits above Applethorpe (945). Dalcouth skews owner-occupied (91%), Applethorpe runs more rental-dense (77% owner).
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| Measure | Applethorpe | Dalcouth |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 77.0% | 91.0% |
| Renter occupied | 18.0% | 8.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 7 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 945 | 966 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 571 | 220 |
| Median age | 44 | 40 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 716 mm | 781 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.2°C | 26.9°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
- Dalcouth edges out on average school ICSEA (966 vs 945).
Applethorpe vs Dalcouth: common questions
Does Applethorpe or Dalcouth have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Dalcouth scores 966 vs 945 in Applethorpe. 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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