Harristown vs South Toowoomba
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving South Toowoomba (1013) sits above Harristown (990).
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Harristown and South Toowoomba side by side
| Measure | Harristown | South Toowoomba |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $550/wk | $550/wk |
| Unit rent | $450/wk | $450/wk |
| Owner occupied | 52.0% | 49.0% |
| Renter occupied | 39.0% | 49.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 990 | 1013 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 16 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 100 | – |
| Population | 9,081 | 5,512 |
| Median age | 38 | 36 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 793 mm | 793 mm |
| Mean max, January | 28.6°C | 28.6°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
- South Toowoomba edges out on average school ICSEA (1013 vs 990).
Harristown vs South Toowoomba: common questions
Does Harristown or South Toowoomba have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), South Toowoomba scores 1013 vs 990 in Harristown. 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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