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Harristown vs Newtown

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Harristown (990) sits above Newtown (962).

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Harristown and Newtown side by side

MeasureHarristownNewtown
Renting
House rent$550/wk–
Unit rent$450/wk–
Owner occupied52.0%–
Renter occupied39.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby2020
Average ICSEA990962
Lifestyle and people
Walk score1616
Transit score00
Bike score100100
Population9,081–
Median age38–
Climate
Annual rainfall793 mm779 mm
Mean max, January28.6°C28.8°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
Harristown edges out on average school ICSEA (990 vs 962).

Harristown vs Newtown: common questions

Does Harristown or Newtown have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Harristown scores 990 vs 962 in Newtown. 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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