Clematis vs Cockatoo
Cockatoo (median $685,000) is roughly 22% cheaper to buy into than Clematis ($873,500).
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Clematis and Cockatoo side by side
| Measure | Clematis | Cockatoo |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $873,500 | $685,000 |
| Median unit | $316,800 | $277,920 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 93.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 7.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 12 |
| Average ICSEA | 1060 | 1042 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 8 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 100 |
| Population | 352 | – |
| Median age | 39 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1004 mm | 1080 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.9°C | 25.4°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
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Clematis (1060) sits above Cockatoo (1042).
- For buyers
- Cockatoo is the lower entry point at $685,000 median, 22% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
- 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
- Clematis edges out on average school ICSEA (1060 vs 1042).
Clematis vs Cockatoo: common questions
Is Clematis or Cockatoo cheaper to buy in?
Cockatoo has the lower median house price at $685,000, roughly 22% below Clematis ($873,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Clematis or Cockatoo have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Clematis scores 1060 vs 1042 in Cockatoo. 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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