Darling Downs vs Hilbert
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Darling Downs (973) sits above Hilbert (972).
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Darling Downs and Hilbert side by side
| Measure | Darling Downs | Hilbert |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $380/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $400/wk | – |
| Owner occupied | 93.0% | 85.0% |
| Renter occupied | 6.0% | 14.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 973 | 972 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 10 | 55 |
| Population | 1,591 | 4,165 |
| Median age | 39 | 29 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 834 mm | 834 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
- Darling Downs edges out on average school ICSEA (973 vs 972).
Darling Downs vs Hilbert: common questions
Does Darling Downs or Hilbert have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Darling Downs scores 973 vs 972 in Hilbert. 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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