Chewko vs Tolga
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Chewko (1021) sits above Tolga (981). Tolga skews owner-occupied (82%), Chewko runs more rental-dense (56% owner).
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Chewko and Tolga side by side
| Measure | Chewko | Tolga |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 56.0% | 82.0% |
| Renter occupied | 32.0% | 14.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 1021 | 981 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 5 |
| Population | 213 | 3,177 |
| Median age | 51 | 44 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 818 mm | 1137 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.9°C | 29.1°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
- Chewko edges out on average school ICSEA (1021 vs 981).
Chewko vs Tolga: common questions
Does Chewko or Tolga have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Chewko scores 1021 vs 981 in Tolga. 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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