Down River vs Swans Lagoon
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Swans Lagoon (930) sits above Down River (921).
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Down River and Swans Lagoon side by side
| Measure | Down River | Swans Lagoon |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 100.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 15 | 4 |
| Average ICSEA | 921 | 930 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | – | 12 |
| Median age | – | 29 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 740 mm | 697 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.5°C | 33.3°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
- Swans Lagoon edges out on average school ICSEA (930 vs 921).
Down River vs Swans Lagoon: common questions
Does Down River or Swans Lagoon have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Swans Lagoon scores 930 vs 921 in Down River. 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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