Buaraba vs Lockyer Waters
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Buaraba (935) sits above Lockyer Waters (930). Lockyer Waters skews owner-occupied (88%), Buaraba runs more rental-dense (72% owner).
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Buaraba and Lockyer Waters side by side
| Measure | Buaraba | Lockyer Waters |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 72.0% | 88.0% |
| Renter occupied | 16.0% | 9.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 7 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 935 | 930 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 170 | 538 |
| Median age | 48 | 46 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 795 mm | 708 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.4°C | 32.0°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 930).
Buaraba vs Lockyer Waters: common questions
Does Buaraba or Lockyer Waters have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Buaraba scores 935 vs 930 in Lockyer Waters. 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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