Atkinsons Dam vs Buaraba
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Buaraba (935) sits above Atkinsons Dam (923). Buaraba skews owner-occupied (72%), Atkinsons Dam runs more rental-dense (61% owner).
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Atkinsons Dam and Buaraba side by side
| Measure | Atkinsons Dam | Buaraba |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 61.0% | 72.0% |
| Renter occupied | 29.0% | 16.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 7 |
| Average ICSEA | 923 | 935 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 191 | 170 |
| Median age | 47 | 48 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 707 mm | 795 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.0°C | 31.4°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
- Buaraba edges out on average school ICSEA (935 vs 923). Buaraba also has a higher family-household share (79% vs 58%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Atkinsons Dam vs Buaraba: common questions
Does Atkinsons Dam or Buaraba have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Buaraba scores 935 vs 923 in Atkinsons Dam. 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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