Burrum River vs Cherwell

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Burrum River (958) sits above Cherwell (951).

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Burrum River and Cherwell side by side

MeasureBurrum RiverCherwell
Renting
Owner occupied84.0%–
Renter occupied6.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby2020
Average ICSEA958951
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population25910
Median age5239
Climate
Annual rainfall905 mm859 mm
Mean max, January31.1°C31.2°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
Burrum River edges out on average school ICSEA (958 vs 951). Cherwell also has a higher family-household share (100% vs 77%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Burrum River vs Cherwell: common questions

Does Burrum River or Cherwell have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Burrum River scores 958 vs 951 in Cherwell. 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.