Arcadia South vs Toolamba
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Toolamba (1026) sits above Arcadia South (999). Arcadia South skews owner-occupied (103%), Toolamba runs more rental-dense (81% owner).
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| Measure | Arcadia South | Toolamba |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 103.0% | 81.0% |
| Renter occupied | 20.0% | 12.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 10 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 999 | 1026 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 95 | 822 |
| Median age | 48 | 40 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 487 mm | 475 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.9°C | 30.9°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
- Toolamba edges out on average school ICSEA (1026 vs 999).
Arcadia South vs Toolamba: common questions
Does Arcadia South or Toolamba have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Toolamba scores 1026 vs 999 in Arcadia South. 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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