Armstrong Beach vs Koumala
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Koumala (934) sits above Armstrong Beach (929). Koumala skews owner-occupied (80%), Armstrong Beach runs more rental-dense (70% owner).
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Armstrong Beach and Koumala side by side
| Measure | Armstrong Beach | Koumala |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 70.0% | 80.0% |
| Renter occupied | 25.0% | 13.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 3 | 7 |
| Average ICSEA | 929 | 934 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 903 | 772 |
| Median age | 41 | 45 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1659 mm | 1510 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.1°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
- Koumala edges out on average school ICSEA (934 vs 929).
Armstrong Beach vs Koumala: common questions
Does Armstrong Beach or Koumala have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Koumala scores 934 vs 929 in Armstrong Beach. 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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