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Cottles Bridge vs Smiths Gully

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Cottles Bridge (1057) sits above Smiths Gully (1044).

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Cottles Bridge and Smiths Gully side by side

MeasureCottles BridgeSmiths Gully
Renting
Owner occupied88.0%88.0%
Renter occupied11.0%3.0%
Schools
Schools nearby209
Average ICSEA10571044
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population609356
Median age5249
Climate
Annual rainfall702 mm780 mm
Mean max, January27.5°C27.0°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
Cottles Bridge edges out on average school ICSEA (1057 vs 1044).

Cottles Bridge vs Smiths Gully: common questions

Does Cottles Bridge or Smiths Gully have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Cottles Bridge scores 1057 vs 1044 in Smiths Gully. 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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