Jacana vs Gowanbrae
Jacana (median $620,000) is roughly 30% cheaper to buy into than Gowanbrae ($880,000).
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Jacana and Gowanbrae side by side
| Measure | Jacana | Gowanbrae |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $620,000 | $880,000 |
| Median unit | $566,000 | $735,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 59.0% | 79.0% |
| Renter occupied | 37.0% | 12.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 986 | 1017 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 22 | 10 |
| Transit score | 20 | 90 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 2,187 | 2,971 |
| Median age | 35 | 40 |
| 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
Jacana scores higher on walkability (22/100 vs 10/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Gowanbrae (1017) sits above Jacana (986). Gowanbrae skews owner-occupied (79%), Jacana runs more rental-dense (59% owner).
- For buyers
- Jacana is the lower entry point at $620,000 median, 30% 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 986).
Jacana vs Gowanbrae: common questions
Is Jacana or Gowanbrae cheaper to buy in?
Jacana has the lower median house price at $620,000, roughly 30% below Gowanbrae ($880,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Jacana or Gowanbrae have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Gowanbrae scores 1017 vs 986 in Jacana. 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, Jacana or Gowanbrae?
Jacana scores 22/100 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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