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Downsfield vs Toolara Forest

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Downsfield (956) sits above Toolara Forest (918).

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Downsfield and Toolara Forest side by side

MeasureDownsfieldToolara Forest
Renting
Owner occupied86.0%–
Renter occupied22.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby203
Average ICSEA956918
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population86–
Median age47–
Climate
Annual rainfall1106 mm1252 mm
Mean max, January30.5°C30.5°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
Downsfield edges out on average school ICSEA (956 vs 918).

Downsfield vs Toolara Forest: common questions

Does Downsfield or Toolara Forest have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Downsfield scores 956 vs 918 in Toolara Forest. 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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