Darling Downs vs Doobarda
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Doobarda (1009) sits above Darling Downs (973).
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Darling Downs and Doobarda side by side
| Measure | Darling Downs | Doobarda |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $380/wk | $320/wk |
| Unit rent | $400/wk | $272/wk |
| Owner occupied | 93.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 6.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 973 | 1009 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 10 | 5 |
| Population | 1,591 | – |
| Median age | 39 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 834 mm | 817 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.9°C | 31.9°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
- Doobarda edges out on average school ICSEA (1009 vs 973).
Darling Downs vs Doobarda: common questions
Does Darling Downs or Doobarda have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Doobarda scores 1009 vs 973 in Darling Downs. 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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