Dowling vs Thomas Plain
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Thomas Plain (981) sits above Dowling (946).
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Dowling and Thomas Plain side by side
| Measure | Dowling | Thomas Plain |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 35.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 18.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 9 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 946 | 981 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 518 | 46 |
| Median age | 55 | 44 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 360 mm | 373 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.3°C | 30.8°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
- Thomas Plain edges out on average school ICSEA (981 vs 946).
Dowling vs Thomas Plain: common questions
Does Dowling or Thomas Plain have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Thomas Plain scores 981 vs 946 in Dowling. 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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