Dawson vs Minvalara
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Dawson (921) sits above Minvalara (897).
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Dawson and Minvalara side by side
| Measure | Dawson | Minvalara |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 100.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 921 | 897 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 3 | 22 |
| Median age | 54 | 40 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 280 mm | 325 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.5°C | 31.6°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
- Dawson edges out on average school ICSEA (921 vs 897).
Dawson vs Minvalara: common questions
Does Dawson or Minvalara have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Dawson scores 921 vs 897 in Minvalara. 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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