Darbys Falls vs Mount Collins

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Mount Collins (914) sits above Darbys Falls (909).

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Darbys Falls and Mount Collins side by side

MeasureDarbys FallsMount Collins
Renting
House rent–$400/wk
Owner occupied86.0%–
Renter occupied7.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby66
Average ICSEA909914
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population24311
Median age5532
Climate
Annual rainfall657 mm627 mm
Mean max, January31.7°C31.9°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
Mount Collins edges out on average school ICSEA (914 vs 909).

Darbys Falls vs Mount Collins: common questions

Does Darbys Falls or Mount Collins have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Mount Collins scores 914 vs 909 in Darbys Falls. 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.