Gowanbrae vs Westmeadows
Westmeadows (median $740,000) is roughly 16% cheaper to buy into than Gowanbrae ($880,000).
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| Measure | Gowanbrae | Westmeadows |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $880,000 | $740,000 |
| Median unit | $735,000 | $620,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 79.0% | 72.0% |
| Renter occupied | 12.0% | 25.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1017 | 984 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 10 | 20 |
| Transit score | 90 | 30 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 2,971 | 6,502 |
| Median age | 40 | 39 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 546 mm | 546 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.0°C | 27.0°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
Westmeadows scores higher on walkability (10/100 vs 20/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Gowanbrae (1017) sits above Westmeadows (984).
- For buyers
- Westmeadows is the lower entry point at $740,000 median, 16% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
- 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
- Gowanbrae edges out on average school ICSEA (1017 vs 984).
Gowanbrae vs Westmeadows: common questions
Is Gowanbrae or Westmeadows cheaper to buy in?
Westmeadows has the lower median house price at $740,000, roughly 16% below Gowanbrae ($880,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Gowanbrae or Westmeadows have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Gowanbrae scores 1017 vs 984 in Westmeadows. 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.
Which is more walkable, Gowanbrae or Westmeadows?
Westmeadows scores 20/100 on walkability vs 10/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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