Cassowary vs Mossman Gorge
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Cassowary (958) sits above Mossman Gorge (954). Cassowary skews owner-occupied (84%), Mossman Gorge runs more rental-dense (42% owner).
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Cassowary and Mossman Gorge side by side
| Measure | Cassowary | Mossman Gorge |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 84.0% | 42.0% |
| Renter occupied | 9.0% | 51.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 4 |
| Average ICSEA | 958 | 954 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 5 |
| Population | 119 | 248 |
| Median age | 46 | 47 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 2195 mm | 2490 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.4°C | 32.2°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
- Cassowary edges out on average school ICSEA (958 vs 954).
Cassowary vs Mossman Gorge: common questions
Does Cassowary or Mossman Gorge have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Cassowary scores 958 vs 954 in Mossman Gorge. 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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