Howatharra vs White Peak

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving White Peak (929) sits above Howatharra (924).

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Howatharra and White Peak side by side

MeasureHowatharraWhite Peak
Renting
House rent$320/wk$320/wk
Unit rent$200/wk$250/wk
Owner occupied82.0%85.0%
Renter occupied–12.0%
Schools
Schools nearby32
Average ICSEA924929
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population112587
Median age5036
Climate
Annual rainfall422 mm412 mm
Mean max, January32.3°C32.1°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
White Peak edges out on average school ICSEA (929 vs 924). White Peak also has a higher family-household share (90% vs 65%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Howatharra vs White Peak: common questions

Does Howatharra or White Peak have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), White Peak scores 929 vs 924 in Howatharra. 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.