Gilston vs Tallai
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Tallai (1046) sits above Gilston (1039).
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Gilston and Tallai side by side
| Measure | Gilston | Tallai |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 81.0% | 87.0% |
| Renter occupied | 16.0% | 11.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1039 | 1046 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 35 | 15 |
| Population | 2,669 | 4,465 |
| Median age | 35 | 44 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1309 mm | 1343 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.2°C | 29.3°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
- Tallai edges out on average school ICSEA (1046 vs 1039).
Gilston vs Tallai: common questions
Does Gilston or Tallai have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Tallai scores 1046 vs 1039 in Gilston. 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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