Bowes vs Nanson
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Nanson (949) sits above Bowes (926).
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Bowes and Nanson side by side
| Measure | Bowes | Nanson |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $200/wk | $320/wk |
| Unit rent | $150/wk | $230/wk |
| Owner occupied | 86.0% | 77.0% |
| Renter occupied | 12.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 3 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 926 | 949 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 104 | 84 |
| Median age | 59 | 51 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 425 mm | 408 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.3°C | 32.7°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
- Nanson edges out on average school ICSEA (949 vs 926).
Bowes vs Nanson: common questions
Does Bowes or Nanson have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Nanson scores 949 vs 926 in Bowes. 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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