Koonwarra vs Nerrena

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Nerrena (1018) sits above Koonwarra (1016).

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Koonwarra and Nerrena side by side

MeasureKoonwarraNerrena
Renting
Owner occupied88.0%84.0%
Renter occupied4.0%11.0%
Schools
Schools nearby67
Average ICSEA10161018
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score1000
Population366238
Median age5346
Climate
Annual rainfall895 mm925 mm
Mean max, January24.6°C24.7°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
Nerrena edges out on average school ICSEA (1018 vs 1016).

Koonwarra vs Nerrena: common questions

Does Koonwarra or Nerrena have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Nerrena scores 1018 vs 1016 in Koonwarra. 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.