Jack River vs Hiawatha
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Jack River (968) sits above Hiawatha (963). Jack River skews owner-occupied (80%), Hiawatha runs more rental-dense (64% owner).
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| Measure | Jack River | Hiawatha |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 80.0% | 64.0% |
| Renter occupied | 18.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 968 | 963 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 161 | 18 |
| Median age | 47 | 55 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 890 mm | 1048 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.7°C | 23.7°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
- Jack River edges out on average school ICSEA (968 vs 963).
Jack River vs Hiawatha: common questions
Does Jack River or Hiawatha have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Jack River scores 968 vs 963 in Hiawatha. 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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