Down River vs Kirknie
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Down River (921) sits above Kirknie (920).
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Down River and Kirknie side by side
| Measure | Down River | Kirknie |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 58.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 16.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 15 | 19 |
| Average ICSEA | 921 | 920 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | – | 70 |
| Median age | – | 36 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 740 mm | 796 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.5°C | 32.6°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
- Down River edges out on average school ICSEA (921 vs 920).
Down River vs Kirknie: common questions
Does Down River or Kirknie have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Down River scores 921 vs 920 in Kirknie. 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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